SPARTAN 2018 SPARTAN K4 Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2018 SPARTAN K4
Brand
SPARTAN
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2018
Spartan Motors USA is recalling certain 2018 SPARTAN K4 vehicles due to suspension:front:control arm issues. A separated ball joint can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Gladiator, 2016-2017 MetroStar, 2012-2018 K2, 2011-2018 K3, 2017-2018 K4, and 2011-2017 MM vehicles. The ball joints on the independent front suspension (IFS) modules can loosen and separate, leading to a partial loss of steering.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
A separated ball joint can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will remove, clean, apply thread locker, and reinstall the properly torqued ball joint, free of charge. The recall began on March 24, 2017. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-4277. Spartan's number for this recall is 17004.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026