Recall 06V-413: 2006 Fleetwood American Heritage, 2005 Spartan K3
SPARTAN CHASSIS, INC. recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on Oct 31, 2006, covering about 1 vehicles.
The problem
On certain motor home chassis equipped with a caterpillar c15 engine in a fleetwood heritage motor home, the variable valve actuation (Vva) oil line may wear causing an oil leak.
The risk
An oil leak could cause a fire that may result in personal injury or death.
The fix
Caterpillar is conducting the remedy for this campaign (Please see 05e078). The vehicles will be inspected, the vva oil line replaced, and a retention clip will be installed to prevent any damage from occurring. The recall began onnovember 6, 2006. Owners may contact caterpillar at 1-877-777-3126, spartan at 517-543-6400 or fleetwood at 1-800-322-8216.
Notes
Spartan recall no. Spec 06025.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 | Engine and Engine Cooling |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 06V413000 |
Vehicles in this recall
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 06V-413?
On certain motor home chassis equipped with a caterpillar c15 engine in a fleetwood heritage motor home, the variable valve actuation (Vva) oil line may wear causing an oil leak.
How is recall 06V-413 fixed?
Caterpillar is conducting the remedy for this campaign (Please see 05e078). The vehicles will be inspected, the vva oil line replaced, and a retention clip will be installed to prevent any damage from occurring. The recall began onnovember 6, 2006. Owners may contact caterpillar at 1-877-777-3126, spartan at 517-543-6400 or fleetwood at 1-800-322-8216.
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.