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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 07V280📅 Jun 29, 2007

2006–2007 Spartan MM recall: engine

⚠️ What's wrong

On certain motor homes built with cummins isl CM850 diesel engines, the connecting rod contains a machining defect in the wrist pin bushing of the rod that could cause a seizure of the piston pin.

💥 The risk

If allowed to progress, this CAN lead to engine failure with the possibility of the rod rupturing the lock cavity, resulting in oil and debris on the roadway increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

🔧 The fix

Spartan is working with cummins to recalibrate the engine control module and enhance the engine protection system enabling it to provide early detection of the failure mode and avoid more serious engine damage and resultant safety hazard. Cummins will also install a new valve cover with a crankcase pressure sensor free of charge (please see 07E033). Owners may contact cummins at 800-343-7357 or spartan at 517-543-6400.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
07V280000
Manufacturer recall #
SPEC 07008
Manufacturer
SPARTAN CHASSIS, INC.
Vehicles affected
495
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
Owner phone
1-800-343-7357
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Built
Jul 27, 2005 – Dec 13, 2006
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Spartan recall no. Spec 07008.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.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 07V280 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 07V280?

2006–2007 Spartan MM. 495 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Spartan dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-343-7357.