Recall 05V-146: 2002–2005 Spartan K2, 2003–2004 Spartan ME and 9 more
SPARTAN CHASSIS, INC. recall for service brakes, air, reported to NHTSA on Apr 12, 2005, covering about 4,735 vehicles.
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.
Notes
Spartan recall no. Spec 05008.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | SPARTAN CHASSIS, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Service Brakes, Air › Supply |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 05V146000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Spartan K2 | 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 | All years |
| Spartan ME | 2003, 2004 | All years |
| Spartan MG | 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 | All years |
| Spartan Mgnat | 2004 | All years |
| Spartan Mgtra | 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 | All years |
| Spartan MM | 2003, 2004, 2005 | All years |
| Spartan Mmjay | 2002 | All years |
| Spartan Mmtra | 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 | All years |
| Spartan NVS | 2004, 2005 | All years |
| Spartan SG | 2003 | All years |
| Spartan SP | 2002, 2003, 2004 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 05V-146?
On certain motor homes equipped with ngi air pressure gauges located on the dash panel is giving a false reading.
How is recall 05V-146 fixed?
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.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.