Recall 17V-187: 2012–2013, 2015–2018 Entegra Anthem, 2013, 2017–2018 Entegra Aspire and 1 more

Entegra Coach recall for suspension, reported to NHTSA on Mar 17, 2017, covering about 2,161 vehicles.

NHTSA number
17V-187
Report date
Mar 17, 2017
Vehicles affected
2,161
Owners notified
Apr 25, 2017

The problem

Entegra Coach (Entegra) is recalling certain 2012-2013 and 2015-2018 Anthem; 2013 and 2017-2018 Aspire; and 2012-2018 Cornerstone motorhomes built on a Spartan Motors chassis. The ball joints on the independent front suspension (IFS) modules can loosen and separate, leading to a partial loss of steering.

The risk

A separated ball joint can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Entegra will notify owners, and Spartan service centers will remove, clean, apply thread locker, and reinstall the properly torqued ball joint, free of charge. The recall began on April 25, 2017. Owners may contact call Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-4277 or Entegra customer service at 1-800-945-4787.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerEntegra Coach
ComponentSuspension › Front › Control Arm
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number17V187000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Entegra Anthem2012, 2013, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018All years
Entegra Aspire2013, 2017, 2018All years
Entegra Cornerstone2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018All 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 17V-187?

Entegra Coach (Entegra) is recalling certain 2012-2013 and 2015-2018 Anthem; 2013 and 2017-2018 Aspire; and 2012-2018 Cornerstone motorhomes built on a Spartan Motors chassis. The ball joints on the independent front suspension (IFS) modules can loosen and separate, leading to a partial loss of steering.

How is recall 17V-187 fixed?

Entegra will notify owners, and Spartan service centers will remove, clean, apply thread locker, and reinstall the properly torqued ball joint, free of charge. The recall began on April 25, 2017. Owners may contact call Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-4277 or Entegra customer service at 1-800-945-4787.

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.