Does the 2006 Spartan K3 have any recalls?

4 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: engine and engine cooling, steering, electrical system. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.

How do I check if my 2006 Spartan K3 recall has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Spartan dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 2006 Spartan K3?

0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.

2006 Spartan K3 recalls

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

4 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 2006 Spartan K3. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

Has your Spartan been repaired?

Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.

Check your VIN with NHTSA

NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A Spartan dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.

2006 Spartan K3 recalls, newest first

September 1, 2015NHTSA 15V5490001,212 vehicles potentially affected

Engine and engine cooling › Cooling system › Fan

Summary: Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 K2, K3 and MM motorhomes manufactured March 17, 2003, to March 15, 2007. In the affected vehicles, the engine cooling fan may separate from the fan drive while the fan is spinning.
Consequence: If the engine area is open and the cooling fan is operating and detaches, someone nearby may be injured.
Remedy: Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fan and fan drive system, free of charge. Interim notices were mailed to owners on October 29, 2015. The recall began on October 29, 2015. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-582-3454. Spartan's number for this recall is 15014.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

May 8, 2013NHTSA 13V1820002,694 vehicles potentially affected

Steering

Summary: Spartan Motors Chassis (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2006-2011 K2, and K3 and 2006-2010 MM motorhome chassis manufactured July 20, 2005, through December 17, 2010. The steering gear mounting brackets may crack and detach resulting in a loss of steering.
Consequence: A loss of steering control may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Spartan will notify owners. Starting in mid-June 2013, dealers will install a replacement bracket or a reinforcement to the existing bracket. Until the remedy is available, owners may have their vehicle inspected at any Spartan service center. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Notices were mailed to owners on June 24, 2013. Owners can contact Spartan at 1-855-589-9836.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

November 30, 2009NHTSA 09V45500014 vehicles potentially affected

Engine and engine cooling

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.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

March 31, 2006NHTSA 06V09400054 vehicles potentially affected

Electrical system › Wiring › Fuses and circuit breakers

Summary: On certain motor homes, the bussman box was incorrectly soldered and could fail.
Consequence: Electrical power may be lost to components of the major chassis operating systems (engine, transmission, starting, cooling) causing the vehicle to shutdown and/or not be capable of powering up. One or a combination of the following conditions may occur: loss of electrical power to the engine, transmission starting and engine cooling systems, in the operation of the right chassis stop/turn signal and right trailer stop/turn signal, antilock brake system (ABS), auxiliary brake system, heater elements in the air dryer, and/or the heater element in the water in-fuel separator, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the defective components. The recall began on April 10, 2006. Owners may contact spartan at 1-517-543-6400.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

No owner complaints about the 2006 Spartan K3 were found in NHTSA’s complaint data.

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Questions

Does the 2006 Spartan K3 have any recalls?: 4 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: engine and engine cooling, steering, electrical system. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 2006 Spartan K3 recall has been fixed?: Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Spartan dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2006 Spartan K3?: 0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.