Vehicle recall 09V455000 · November 30, 2009

2005-2006 Spartan K3

The variable valve actuation oil line may rub against the p-clips retaining the oil line, causing an oil leak.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary: Spartan is recalling 14 model year 2005 and 2006 motorhomes manufactured between November 12, 2004 and March 1, 2006, equipped with caterpillar C15 engine. The variable valve actuation oil line may rub against the p-clips retaining the oil line, causing an oil leak.
Consequence: An oil leak may result in a fire hazard.
Remedy: Spartan is working with caterpillar to remedy these vehicles. Please see recall 09E-020. Caterpillar will inspect and repair the necessary components free of charge. The safety recall began on December 7, 2009. Owners may contact caterpillar toll-free at 1-800-447-4986 or spartan at 1-800-543-4277 option 1.
Notes: Spartan's campaign number is 09025.OWNERS 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

NHTSA campaign: 09V455000
Reported to NHTSA: November 30, 2009
Filed by: SPARTAN CHASSIS, INC.
Manufacturer campaign: 09025
Owner notification: December 7, 2009
Vehicles potentially affected: 14
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Engine and engine cooling

Recall 09V455000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.

Spartan K3 (2005-2006): 2006, 2005

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