1997 Spartan K2 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 1997 Spartan K2 — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 2 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

NHTSA complaints

Recalls

Investigations

Crash-involved

Fires reported

Injuries

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 1997 compare to other K2 years?

K2 NHTSA complaints by model year, 1997 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 1997 Spartan K2 have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

15V633000SteeringOctober 8, 2015 · 3,313 units

Defect

Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 1997-2005 MM and K2 motorhome chassis manufactured January 20, 2003, to May 16, 2005. The affected vehicles have a steering gear mounting bracket that may crack, causing a loss of steering ability.

Consequence

A loss of steering increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gear mounting brackets, free of charge. An interim notice was mailed to owners on December 4, 2015. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-4277. Spartan's number for this recall is 15022.

98V285000BrakesNovember 6, 1998 · 203 units

Defect

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MOTOR HOMES. THE PARKING BRAKE CAPACITY IS INSUFFICIENT TO HOLD THE MAXIMUM GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT RATING WHILE PARKED ON AN INCLINE.

Consequence

THE VEHICLE COULD ROLL WHILE PARKED ON AN INCLINE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL INCREASE THE BRAKE SLACK ADJUSTER LENGTH AND INSTALL BRAKE SHOES WITH DIFFERENT LINING MATERIAL.

1997 Spartan K2 — common questions

Is the 1997 Spartan K2 reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 2 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 1997 Spartan K2 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 1997 Spartan K2. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.

How does 1997 compare to other K2 years?

Does the 1997 Spartan K2 have recalls?

1997 Spartan K2 — common questions

Is the 1997 Spartan K2 reliable?

Does the 1997 Spartan K2 have recalls?

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