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2004 Spartan MM Problems, complaints & recalls

No owner complaints about the 2004 Spartan MM have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 3 recalls, the latest in October 2015 for the steering.

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BFewer problems than a typical MM year, for its age

Complaints
0
Recalls
3
Crashes
0
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Deaths
0

2004 Spartan MM recalls 3

Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do

Steering

15V6330003,313 vehicles affected

The problem
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 1997-2005 MM and K2 motorhome chassis manufactured January 20, 2003, to May 16, 2005. The affected vehicles have a steering gear mounting bracket that may crack, causing a loss of steering ability.
The risk
A loss of steering increases the risk of a crash.
The fix
Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gear mounting brackets, free of charge. An interim notice was mailed to owners on December 4, 2015. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-4277. Spartan's number for this recall is 15022.

Engine and engine cooling: fan

15V5490001,212 vehicles affected

The problem
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 K2, K3 and MM motorhomes manufactured March 17, 2003, to March 15, 2007. In the affected vehicles, the engine cooling fan may separate from the fan drive while the fan is spinning.
The risk
If the engine area is open and the cooling fan is operating and detaches, someone nearby may be injured.
The fix
Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fan and fan drive system, free of charge. Interim notices were mailed to owners on October 29, 2015. The recall began on October 29, 2015. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-582-3454. Spartan's number for this recall is 15014.

Service brakes: supply

05V1460004,735 vehicles affected

The problem
On certain motor homes equipped with ngi air pressure gauges located on the dash panel is giving a false reading.
The risk
This may cause the park brake to engage without warning, thus throwing the passenger forward, creating the potential for injury to occupants.
The fix
Dealers will use a jumper harness containing a 33 ohm resistor which will shift the resistance curve of the air pressure sender to match the alarm point of the current gauge. The recall began on june 3, 2005. Owners may contact spartan at 517-543-6400.

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No complaints about the 2004 Spartan MM yet

No owner has filed a complaint about this vehicle with NHTSA. If yours has a problem, share it here and report it to NHTSA.

Spartan MM: every year compared

YearComplaintsRecallsCrashesFiresTop problemGrade
200801200-F
20070900-F
20060400-C
20050500-C
20040300-B
20030200-B
20020100-A
20010100-A
20000100-A
All MM years

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Questions about the 2004 Spartan MM

Does the 2004 Spartan MM have any recalls?

Yes - NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2004 Spartan MM: steering (October 2015); fan (September 2015); supply (April 2005). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.

How many complaints has the 2004 Spartan MM had?

None have been filed with NHTSA so far.

Is the 2004 Spartan MM a reliable vehicle?

Its Safety Index is 61 out of 100 (grade B: fewer problems than a typical Spartan MM year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.

What should I do if my 2004 Spartan MM has a problem?

If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.

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