There have been 34 safety recalls for the Spartan Metrostar. The most recent recalls are shown below. Table 1 and Table 2 show the historical recalls and the recall statistics by the model year of the Spartan Metrostar.
if the air line comes out of the fitting while the vehicle is in motion, the park brake can inadvertently be applied and the vehicle could suddenly decelerate, increasing the risk of a crash.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2019 Spartan Gladiator, 2020 Spartan Gladiator, 2019 Spartan Metrostar, 2020 Spartan Metrostar |
| Component: PARKING BRAKE |
| Recall Summary: marion body works inc. (marion body works) is recalling certain 2019-2020 spartan gladiator and metrostar emergency response chassis vehicles modified by marion body works. the park brake control line may loosen and possibly come out the fitting while the vehicle is in motion. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
an increase in stopping distance increases the risk of crash.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2018 Spartan Gladiator, 2019 Spartan Gladiator, 2018 Spartan Metrostar, 2019 Spartan Metrostar |
| Component: SERVICE BRAKES |
| Recall Summary: toyne inc. (toyne) is recalling certain vehicles built on 2018-2019 spartan emergency response metro star and gladiator chassis. the brake relay valve may have an air flow restriction, which may require an extended distance in order to stop the vehicle. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
A reduction in water pressure may hinder fire fighting efforts, increasing the risk of injury.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2014 Spartan Gladiator, 2015 Spartan Gladiator, 2016 Spartan Gladiator, 2017 Spartan Gladiator, 2014 Spartan Metrostar, 2015 Spartan Metrostar, 2016 Spartan Metrostar, 2017 Spartan Metrostar |
| Component: EQUIPMENT |
| Recall Summary: Spartan motors USA (spartan) is recalling 2014-2017 spartan gladiator and metrostar emergency response vehicles equipped with hale pressure relief valves in the water pumps used for fire fighting. Rings securing the valves may corrode over time after exposure to water, causing the ring to fail and ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
If the operator follows the incorrect directions and believes that the supplemental front park brake is applied when it is not, the vehicle may unexpectedly roll, increasing the risk of a crash.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2008 Spartan Gladiator, 2009 Spartan Gladiator, 2010 Spartan Gladiator, 2011 Spartan Gladiator, 2012 Spartan Gladiator, 2013 Spartan Gladiator, 2014 Spartan Gladiator, 2015 Spartan Gladiator, 2016 Spartan Gladiator, 2017 Spartan Gladiator, 2008 Spartan Metrostar, 2009 Spartan Metrostar, 2010 Spartan Metrostar, 2011 Spartan Metrostar, 2012 Spartan Metrostar, 2013 Spartan Metrostar, 2014 Spartan Metrostar, 2015 Spartan Metrostar, 2016 Spartan Metrostar, 2017 Spartan Metrostar |
| Component: PARKING BRAKE |
| Recall Summary: Spartan motors USA (spartan) is recalling certain 2008-2017 gladiator and metrostar emergency response vehicles equipped with a supplemental park brake system (spbs). The directions to activate the spbs incorrectly state to "pull" the actuation knob, when it should say "push. "... Details of this recall 🔎 |
A separated ball joint can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2011 Spartan Gladiator, 2012 Spartan Gladiator, 2013 Spartan Gladiator, 2014 Spartan Gladiator, 2015 Spartan Gladiator, 2016 Spartan Gladiator, 2017 Spartan Gladiator, 2012 Spartan K2, 2013 Spartan K2, 2014 Spartan K2, 2015 Spartan K2, 2016 Spartan K2, 2017 Spartan K2, 2018 Spartan K2, 2011 Spartan K3, 2012 Spartan K3, 2013 Spartan K3, 2014 Spartan K3, 2015 Spartan K3, 2016 Spartan K3, 2017 Spartan K3, 2018 Spartan K3, 2017 Spartan K4, 2018 Spartan K4, 2016 Spartan Metrostar, 2017 Spartan Metrostar, 2011 Spartan MM, 2012 Spartan MM, 2013 Spartan MM, 2014 Spartan MM, 2015 Spartan MM, 2016 Spartan MM, 2017 Spartan MM |
| Component: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM |
| Recall Summary: Spartan motors USA (spartan) is recalling certain 2011-2017 gladiator, 2016-2017 metrostar, 2012-2018 k2, 2011-2018 k3, 2017-2018 k4, and 2011-2017 mm vehicles. The ball joints on the independent front suspension (ifs) modules can loosen and separate, leading to a partial loss of steering. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
An intermittent loss of power steering assist could increase the risk of a crash.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2010 Spartan Gladiator, 2011 Spartan Gladiator, 2012 Spartan Gladiator, 2013 Spartan Gladiator, 2014 Spartan Gladiator, 2015 Spartan Gladiator, 2016 Spartan Gladiator, 2017 Spartan Gladiator, 2010 Spartan K3, 2011 Spartan K3, 2012 Spartan K3, 2013 Spartan K3, 2014 Spartan K3, 2015 Spartan K3, 2016 Spartan K3, 2017 Spartan K3, 2010 Spartan Metrostar, 2011 Spartan Metrostar, 2012 Spartan Metrostar, 2013 Spartan Metrostar, 2014 Spartan Metrostar, 2015 Spartan Metrostar, 2016 Spartan Metrostar, 2017 Spartan Metrostar |
| Component: STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:PUMP |
| Recall Summary: Spartan motors USA (spartan) is recalling certain model year 2010-2017 emergency response k3, metrostar, and gladiator emergency response chassis cabs and motor home chassis manufactured April 12, 2010, to August 31, 2016.... Details of this recall 🔎 |
If the strainer and/or debris enters the pump, and the operator is forced to shut down the pump, reducing firefighting effectiveness, there could be an increased risk of injury.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2015 Spartan Gladiator, 2015 Spartan Metrostar |
| Component: EQUIPMENT |
| Recall Summary: Spartan motors (spartan) is recalling certain model year 2015 gladiator and metrostar emergency response vehicles manufactured June 3, 2015, to March 16, 2016, equipped with pumps to provide pressurized water to aid in fighting fires.... Details of this recall 🔎 |
If there is an incorrect reading of agent in the tank, it can increase the risk of injury to the fire fighter if the tank unexpectedly runs out of agent.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2014 Spartan Gladiator, 2015 Spartan Gladiator, 2014 Spartan Metrostar, 2015 Spartan Metrostar |
| Component: EQUIPMENT |
| Recall Summary: Spartan motors USA (spartan) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 gladiator and metrostar emergency vehicles manufactured from November 18, 2014, through July 9, 2015. Under certain conditions, the fire-suppression-agent tank level pressure sensor may register an incorrect reading.... Details of this recall 🔎 |
If the hex nuts are not tightened to specification, the driveshaft may disconnect from the drive axle, resulting in a loss of propulsion and increasing the risk of a crash.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2014 Spartan Defense Dept. Chassis Cab, 2015 Spartan Defense Dept. Chassis Cab, 2014 Spartan Metrostar, 2015 Spartan Metrostar |
| Component: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY |
| Recall Summary: Spartan motors USA (spartan) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 metrostar chassis cabs built for emergency response use and ilav chassis cabs for department of defense use, manufactured December 9, 2014 to June 3, 2015 and equipped with certain drive axles manufactured by marmon-herrington.... Details of this recall 🔎 |
If the vehicle unexpectedly shifts to neutral on the way to attend a fire, the delay may hinder fire fighting efforts. Additionally, the loss of drive may increase the risk of a crash.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2014 Spartan Metrostar |
| Component: EQUIPMENT |
| Recall Summary: Spartan motors USA (spartan) is recalling certain model year 2014 metrostar emergency vehicles manufactured January 5, 2015, to March 9, 2015, and equipped with a fire pump and a hale products k-gearbox.... Details of this recall 🔎 |
| Date | Component | Vehicle Affected |
|---|---|---|
| Apr. 8, 2020 | Parking Brake | 9 |
| Dec. 30, 2019 | Service Brakes | 2 |
| Nov. 16, 2017 | Equipment | 34 |
| May. 1, 2017 | Parking Brake | 18 |
| Mar. 13, 2017 | Suspension:front:control Arm | 2,783 |
| Sep. 19, 2016 | Steering:hydraulic Power Assist:pump | 264 |
| Jun. 3, 2016 | Equipment | 39 |
| Mar. 8, 2016 | Equipment | 3 |
| Nov. 10, 2015 | Power Train:axle Assembly | 23 |
| Sep. 28, 2015 | Equipment | 14 |
| Sep. 1, 2015 | Visibility:rearview Mirrors/devices | 322 |
| Aug. 25, 2015 | Structure:frame And Members | 696 |
| Jul. 15, 2015 | Tires:valve | 212 |
| Jun. 24, 2015 | Engine And Engine Cooling:cooling System:fan | 1,599 |
| Dec. 23, 2014 | Steering:linkages | 277 |
| Nov. 24, 2014 | Air Brake | 1,059 |
| Oct. 8, 2014 | Seat Belt | 29 |
| Oct. 6, 2014 | Power Train:automatic Transmission:cooling Unit And Lines | 389 |
| Aug. 20, 2014 | Equipment | 95 |
| Aug. 18, 2014 | Diesel Fuel System | 87 |
| Dec. 18, 2013 | Suspension:front | 37 |
| Dec. 6, 2013 | Seat Belt | 3 |
| Oct. 25, 2013 | Steering:linkages | 175 |
| Jun. 26, 2013 | Electrical System | 70 |
| Feb. 28, 2013 | Electrical System | 27 |
| Dec. 10, 2012 | Visibility/wiper | 36 |
| Oct. 13, 2011 | Electronic Stability Control | 799 |
| Jun. 13, 2011 | Air Bags:frontal:sensor/control Module | 10 |
| Apr. 14, 2011 | Electrical System: Instrument Panel | 110 |
| Mar. 21, 2011 | Service Brakes, Air:slack Adjusters:automatic | 12 |
| Jun. 7, 2010 | Air Brake | 898 |
| May. 14, 2010 | Electronic Stability Control | 468 |
| May. 14, 2010 | Suspension:front | 58 |
| Feb. 5, 2010 | Seat Belts:front:anchorage | 650 |
| Model | # Recalls |
|---|---|
| 2020 Spartan Metrostar | 1 |
| 2019 Spartan Metrostar | 2 |
| 2018 Spartan Metrostar | 1 |
| 2017 Spartan Metrostar | 4 |
| 2016 Spartan Metrostar | 4 |
| 2015 Spartan Metrostar | 12 |
| 2014 Spartan Metrostar | 14 |
| 2013 Spartan Metrostar | 15 |
| 2012 Spartan Metrostar | 9 |
| 2011 Spartan Metrostar | 9 |
| 2010 Spartan Metrostar | 14 |
| 2009 Spartan Metrostar | 10 |
| 2008 Spartan Metrostar | 8 |
| 2007 Spartan Metrostar | 3 |
| 2006 Spartan Metrostar | 2 |
| 2005 Spartan Metrostar | 1 |
| 2004 Spartan Metrostar | 1 |
| 2003 Spartan Metrostar | 1 |
| 2002 Spartan Metrostar | 2 |
| 2001 Spartan Metrostar | 1 |
| 2000 Spartan Metrostar | 1 |
| 1999 Spartan Metrostar | 1 |
| 1998 Spartan Metrostar | 1 |