NHTSA vehicle safety data
2014 Spartan Gladiator Recalls & Complaints
The 2014 Spartan Gladiator has 28 NHTSA recall campaigns and 2 owner complaints on file as of November 3, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Spartan dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2014 Spartan Gladiator. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
2014 Spartan Gladiator owner complaints
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2014 Spartan Gladiator, describing incidents dated May 7, 2013 to February 4, 2019.
Most-cited components
- Electrical System 1 complaint
- Equipment 1 complaint
- Structure 1 complaint
Newest complaints
ODI #11337726 · Filed
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 SPARTAN FIRE TRUCK. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 18V691000 (EQUIPMENT) AND 18V424000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM) HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE RECALL REPAIRS WERE NOT YET AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE…
ODI #10731318 · Filed
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 SPARTAN GLADIATOR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE PEDAL AND ACCELERATOR PEDAL WERE INSTALLED EXTREMELY CLOSE TOGETHER. IN ADDITION, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS ALSO VERY CLOSE TO THE STEERING SHAFT. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED…
Tire Chain Air Line Missing Pressure Protection
NHTSA #19V828000 · Service Brakes, Air — Supply — Reservoir/Tank · NHTSA notice
Reported November 19, 2019 · Marion Body Works Inc.
Potentially affected: 94 vehicles
Repair completion: 54.26% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign 19V-674 · Owners notified October 22, 2019 · Vehicles built January 1, 2004 – December 31, 2019 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Marion Body Works Inc. (Marion Body Works) is recalling certain 2005-2020 Emergency Response Gladiator and Metrostar vehicles equipped with pneumatically-controlled automatic tire chain systems. The air pressure control lines may not be pressure-protected.
Safety consequence
Without the control line being pressure-protected, in the event the control line is severed, air may suddenly be lost from the service reservoir system, causing the brakes to apply unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Marion Body Works will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the routing of the control lines, rerouting them into the auxiliary air reservoir as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 22, 2019. Owners may contact Marion Body Works customer service at 1-715-754-5261 or Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Tire Chain Air Line Pressure Protection/FMVSS 121
NHTSA #19V674000 · Service Brakes, Air — Supply — Reservoir/Tank · NHTSA notice
Reported September 23, 2019 · Spartan Motors USA
Potentially affected: 1,746 vehicles
Repair completion: 32.43% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Spartan campaign 19017 · Owners notified October 4, 2019 · Vehicles built September 20, 2004 – August 19, 2019 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2004-2020 Emergency Response Gladiator and Spartan vehicles equipped with a pneumatically-controlled automatic tire chain system. The air pressure control lines may not be pressure-protected. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems."
Safety consequence
Without the control line being pressure-protected, in the event the control line is severed, air may suddenly be lost from the service reservoir system, causing the brakes to apply unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the routing of the control lines, rerouting them into the auxiliary air reservoir as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 4, 2019. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. Spartan's number for this recall is 19017.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Loss of Power Steering Assist
NHTSA #19V523000 · Steering — Hydraulic Power Assist System · NHTSA notice
Reported July 12, 2019 · Spartan Motors USA
Potentially affected: 234 vehicles
Repair completion: 53.77% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Spartan campaign 19015 · Owners notified August 20, 2019 · Vehicles built October 21, 2014 – June 10, 2019 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2014-2020 Emergency Response Gladiator and MetroStar vehicles equipped with an independent front suspension and Koni shocks. The front shocks may separate from their upper mount on the front suspension. The loose shock may contact and damage the steering gear housing, possibly causing a steering fluid leak and a loss of power steering assist.
Safety consequence
A loss of power steering assist increases the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will install new shock bolts, and shims if necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 20, 2019. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. Spartan's number for this recall is 19015.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Aerial Device May Become Unstable
NHTSA #19V338000 · Equipment · NHTSA notice
Reported April 30, 2019 · Spartan Motors USA
Potentially affected: 45 vehicles
Repair completion: 66.67% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Spartan campaign 19007 · Owners notified May 13, 2019 · Vehicles built July 28, 2004 – February 18, 2016 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2004-2016 Emergency Response Gladiator Tractor Drawn Aerial vehicles. Cracks may develop and extend into the vertical portions of the tiller frame, resulting in instability of the aerial device.
Safety consequence
If the aerial device becomes unstable, the device may fall, increasing the risk of an injury.
Manufacturer remedy
Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and correct any cracking, and add reinforcements to prevent any possible future cracking, free of charge. The recall began May 13, 2019. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. Spartan's number for this recall is 19007.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Brake Application Timing/FMVSS 121
NHTSA #18V932000 · Service Brakes, Air · NHTSA notice
Reported December 26, 2018 · Spartan Motors USA
Potentially affected: 138 vehicles
Repair completion: 47.22% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Spartan campaign 18038 · Owners notified February 22, 2019 · Vehicles built September 26, 2018 – October 1, 2018 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2011-2019 Emergency Response Gladiator and Metro Star vehicles built into fire apparatus and equipped with tandem axles, drum brakes at the rear axles and Electronic Stability Control (ESC). Vehicles with this configuration may have a delay in their brake release, preventing them from complying with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems."
Safety consequence
A delay in the brakes releasing may hinder vehicle movement, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will re-route a portion of the brake system to bring the vehicle into compliance, free of charge. The recall began February 22, 2019. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. Spartan's number for this recall is 18038.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
EMS Cabinets may Detach in a Crash
NHTSA #18V691000 · Equipment · NHTSA notice
Reported October 3, 2018 · Spartan Motors USA
Potentially affected: 923 vehicles
Repair completion: 6.37% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Spartan campaign 18030 · Owners notified November 30, 2018 · Vehicles built March 27, 2000 – August 13, 2018 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2001-2019 Spartan MetroStar and Gladiator emergency vehicles. The mounting fasteners for the Emergency Medical Service (EMS) cabinets may not be the correct size, allowing the cabinets to break free from their mountings in the event of a crash.
Safety consequence
If the EMS cabinets become loose during a crash, the cabinets may become projectiles, increasing the risk of injury.
Manufacturer remedy
Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the incorrect size fasteners with the correct fasteners, free of charge. The recall began November 30, 2018. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. Spartan's number for this recall is 18030.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Battery Positive Cable may Chafe and Arc
NHTSA #18V440000 · Electrical System — Wiring · NHTSA notice
Reported June 29, 2018 · Spartan Motors USA
Potentially affected: 865 vehicles
Repair completion: 54.46% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Spartan campaign 18020 · Owners notified August 27, 2018 · Vehicles built April 12, 2010 – June 5, 2018 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2010-2019 Spartan Emergency Response Gladiator vehicles. The protective sleeve for the cable that connects the battery positive terminal to the alternator can become brittle and allow the cable to chafe and arc.
Safety consequence
If the battery positive cable arcs, it can increase the risk of a fire.
Manufacturer remedy
Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will install brackets to move the cable away from any chafe points, and replace any damaged battery positive cables, free of charge. The recall began on August 27, 2018. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. Spartan's number for this recall is 18020.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Solenoid Corrosion may Hinder Fire Fighting
NHTSA #18V424000 · Electrical System · NHTSA notice
Reported June 25, 2018 · Spartan Motors USA
Potentially affected: 1,243 vehicles
Repair completion: 50.79% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Spartan campaign 18019 · Owners notified August 7, 2018 · Vehicles built June 4, 2009 – May 17, 2018 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2009-2018 Gladiator and MetroStar emergency vehicles. The fire water pump solenoid may corrode internally, causing a loss of power to the pump control module.
Safety consequence
A loss of power to the pump control module can cause a loss of water pressure for fighting fires, thereby increasing the risk of injury.
Manufacturer remedy
Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the solenoids, free of charge. The recall began on August 7, 2018. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. Spartan's number for this recall is 18019.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Loss of Air to the Air Brake System/FMVSS 121
NHTSA #18V350000 · Service Brakes, Air — Supply — Reservoir/Tank · NHTSA notice
Reported May 29, 2018 · Spartan Motors USA
Potentially affected: 309 vehicles
Repair completion: 3.36% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Spartan campaign 18017 · Owners notified June 26, 2018 · Vehicles built May 30, 2001 – January 3, 2018 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2001-2018 Spartan Gladiator, Diamond, MetroStar, and Advantage emergency response vehicles. The affected vehicles may not be equipped with a pressure protection valve installed between the air reservoir and the lubrication control module. If the air line were to become disconnected between the lubrication control module and the air reservoir, a loss of air to the air brake system could occur. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems."
Safety consequence
A loss of air to the air brake system could increase the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and install a pressure protection valve, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on June 26, 2018. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. Spartan's number for this recall is 18017.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Water Pressure Relief valve may Open
NHTSA #17V722000 · Equipment · NHTSA notice
Reported November 16, 2017 · Spartan Motors USA
Potentially affected: 34 vehicles
Repair completion: 27.27% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Spartan campaign 17028 · Owners notified December 11, 2017 · Vehicles built March 24, 2014 – March 6, 2017 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
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 the pressure relief valve to open, reducing the water pressure available for fire fighting.
Safety consequence
A reduction in water pressure may hinder fire fighting efforts, increasing the risk of injury.
Manufacturer remedy
Spartan will notify owners and Hale service providers will install a remedy kit, free of charge. The recall began on December 11, 2017. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008 or Hale customer service at 1-800-533-3569. Spartan's number for this recall is 17028.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Starter may Overheat
NHTSA #17V351000 · Electrical System — Starter Assembly · NHTSA notice
Reported May 31, 2017 · Spartan Motors USA
Potentially affected: 721 vehicles
Repair completion: 60.19% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Spartan campaign 17012 · Owners notified July 20, 2017 · Vehicles built September 30, 2010 – May 7, 2014 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2010-2014 K2 and K3 motor home chassis and Gladiator emergency response chassis cabs. A component within the starter motor may break, potentially resulting in the starter motor overheating or drawing excessive current.
Safety consequence
A starter motor that overheats may increase the risk of a fire.
Manufacturer remedy
Spartan will notify the purchasers of the chassis and dealers will replace the starters, free of charge. The recall began on July 20, 2017. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-4277. Spartan's number for this recall is 17012.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Park Brake Actuator Knob Instructions Incorrect
NHTSA #17V294000 · Parking Brake · NHTSA notice
Reported May 1, 2017 · Spartan Motors USA
Potentially affected: 18 vehicles
Repair completion: 53.33% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Spartan campaign 17009 · Owners notified May 22, 2017 · Vehicles built March 5, 2009 – April 11, 2017 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
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."
Safety consequence
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.
Manufacturer remedy
Spartan will notify owners and supply a new actuator control knob with the correct directions, free of charge. The recall began on May 22, 2017. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan's number for this recall is 17009.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Loose Ball Joints may cause Loss of Steering
NHTSA #17V160000 · Suspension — Front — Control Arm · NHTSA notice
Reported March 13, 2017 · Spartan Motors USA
Potentially affected: 2,783 vehicles
Repair completion: 90% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Spartan campaign 17004 · Owners notified March 24, 2017 · Vehicles built April 19, 2011 – March 6, 2017 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
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.
Safety consequence
A separated ball joint can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will remove, clean, apply thread locker, and reinstall the properly torqued ball joint, free of charge. The recall began on March 24, 2017. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-4277. Spartan's number for this recall is 17004.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Intermittent Power Steering Assist Loss
NHTSA #16V676000 · Steering — Hydraulic Power Assist — Pump · NHTSA notice
Reported September 19, 2016 · Spartan Motors USA
Potentially affected: 264 vehicles
Repair completion: 43.78% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Spartan campaign 16022 · Owners notified October 11, 2016 · Vehicles built April 12, 2010 – August 31, 2016 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
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. The affected vehicles have a power steering pump that may have an occasional loss of output power resulting in reduced or intermittent loss of power steering assist.
Safety consequence
An intermittent loss of power steering assist could increase the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power steering pumps, free of charge. The recall began on October 11, 2016. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. Spartan's number for this recall is 16022.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Brake Release Timing/FMVSS 121
NHTSA #16V448000 · Service Brakes, Air · NHTSA notice
Reported June 20, 2016 · Spartan Motors USA
Potentially affected: 38 vehicles
Repair completion: 84.21% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Spartan campaign 16017 · Owners notified August 15, 2016 · Vehicles built September 12, 2004 – September 30, 2015 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2004-2016 Gladiator tractor-drawn aerial emergency vehicles manufactured September 12, 2004, to September 30, 2015. The air brakes on these vehicles may have excessive actuation and release timing, lengthening the distance needed to stop the vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems."
Safety consequence
If a longer distance is needed to stop the vehicle there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles with a new 3/8" control line, free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2016. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. Spartan's number for this recall is 16017.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Incorrect Reading From Tank Level Pressure Sensor
NHTSA #16V140000 · Equipment · NHTSA notice
Reported March 8, 2016 · Spartan Motors USA
Potentially affected: 3 vehicles
Repair completion: 33.33% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Spartan campaign 16003 · Owners notified March 30, 2016 · Vehicles built November 18, 2014 – July 9, 2015 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
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. This may result in the reading to indicate more agent (typically water or fire fighting foam) left in the tank than actually is.
Safety consequence
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.
Manufacturer remedy
Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will recalibrate the tank level system or supply a new sensor, free of charge. The recall began on March 30, 2016. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. Spartan's number for this recall is 16003.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Steering may Unexpectedly Lock
NHTSA #15V687000 · Steering — Hydraulic Power Assist — Power Steering Fluid · NHTSA notice
Reported October 21, 2015 · Spartan Motors USA
Potentially affected: 2,038 vehicles
Repair completion: 42.34% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Spartan campaign 15025 · Owners notified November 7, 2016 · Vehicles built January 5, 2010 – January 19, 2015 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2009-2014 ER Gladiator and MetroStar vehicles manufactured January 5, 2010, to January 19, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the power steering fluid may overheat and cause the steering to unexpectedly lock during steering maneuvers.
Safety consequence
If the steering locks, there could be a loss of control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will install a cooler to prevent the steering fluid from overheating, free of charge. An interim notice was sent to owners on December 17, 2015. The recall began on November 7, 2016. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-4277.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Front Splay Rails May Crack
NHTSA #15V540000 · Structure — Frame and Members · NHTSA notice
Reported August 25, 2015 · Spartan Motors USA
Potentially affected: 696 vehicles
Repair completion: 26.96% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Spartan campaign 15019 · Owners notified October 31, 2016 · Vehicles built March 4, 2013 – December 17, 2014 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 Gladiator and MetroStar emergency vehicles manufactured March 4, 2013, to December 17, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the front splay rails may crack.
Safety consequence
If the front splay rails crack, they may separate, causing the cab to collapse when it is being raised, increasing the risk of injury to those nearby.
Manufacturer remedy
Spartan will replace the splay rails with new splay rails with certified welds, free of charge. An interim notification was mailed to owners on September 24, 2015. The recall began on October 31, 2016. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan's number for this recall is 15019.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Cracks Developing in Torque Frame
NHTSA #15V466000 · Structure — Frame and Members · NHTSA notice
Reported July 27, 2015 · Spartan ERV
Potentially affected: 29 vehicles
Repair completion: 96.15% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Spartan campaign 15013 · Owners notified October 7, 2015 · Vehicles built April 18, 2007 – June 10, 2015 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Spartan ERV (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2007-2015 Gladiator emergency vehicles manufactured from April 18, 2007, through June 10, 2015. The affected vehicles were built with aerial devices and the torque frames are susceptible to cracking.
Safety consequence
The supporting frame could fail to support the aerial device, allowing it to fall and strike and injure a bystander, become a road hazard, or startle the vehicle's driver, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Spartan will njotify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles by adding reinforcement sections for each side of the frame, free of charge. The recall began on October 7, 2015. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan's number for this recall is 15013.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Valve Stems may Rub on Brake Caliper
NHTSA #15V448000 · Tires — Valve · NHTSA notice
Reported July 15, 2015 · Spartan Motors, Inc.
Potentially affected: 212 vehicles
Repair completion: 27.33% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Spartan campaign 15012 · Owners notified September 2, 2015 · Vehicles built January 18, 2007 – February 9, 2015 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Spartan Motors, Inc. (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2007-2015 Advantage, Diamond, Gladiator, and MetroStar emergency response vehicles manufactured January 18, 2007 to February 9, 2015. The front wheels of the affected vehicles have valve stems that may rub against the brake caliper.
Safety consequence
If the valve stems rub against the brake caliper, a hole may develop causing the tire to deflate suddenly, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front wheel valve stems and replace any that have wear marks, free of charge. The recall began on September 2, 2015. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan's number for this recall is 15012.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Engine Cooling Fan May Crack
NHTSA #15V403000 · Engine and Engine Cooling — Cooling System — Fan · NHTSA notice
Reported June 24, 2015 · Spartan Motors, Inc.
Potentially affected: 1,599 vehicles
Repair completion: 58.27% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Spartan campaign 15011 · Owners notified August 19, 2015 · Vehicles built November 10, 2009 – June 16, 2015 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Spartan Motors, Inc. (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2010-2015 Furion, Gladiator, and Metrostar emergency response vehicles manufactured November 10, 2009, to June 16, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the engine cooling fan may crack and the fan blades may detach while the fan is spinning.
Safety consequence
If the cab is raised, such as during a repair, and the engine cooling fan is operating and comes apart, those in close proximity could be injured from the shattered parts.
Manufacturer remedy
Spartan will notify the vehicle manufacturers that purchased the affected emergency vehicle chassis, and their dealers will install a new engine cooling fan, free of charge. The recall began on August 19, 2015. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan's number for this recall is 15011.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Steering Linkage Fasteners may Loosen
NHTSA #14V812000 · Steering — Linkages · NHTSA notice
Reported December 23, 2014 · Spartan Motors, Inc.
Potentially affected: 277 vehicles
Repair completion: 60.65% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Spartan campaign 14023 · Owners notified January 26, 2015 · Vehicles built November 28, 2012 – October 15, 2013 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Spartan Motors, Inc. (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Gladiator, K2, K3, MetroStar, and MM motorhome and emergency response chassis cabs manufactured November 28, 2012, to October 15, 2013. The castle nuts for the steering linkage may loosen, allowing the steering linkage to separate.
Safety consequence
If the steering linkage separates, a loss of steering control would occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the castle nuts, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on January 26, 2015. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan's number for this recall is 14023.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Defective Quick Release Valve Seat
NHTSA #14V747000 · Service Brakes, Air · NHTSA notice
Reported November 24, 2014 · Spartan Motors, Inc.
Potentially affected: 1,059 vehicles
Repair completion: 69.17% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Spartan campaign 14021 · Owners notified January 22, 2015 · Vehicles built December 14, 2011 – October 21, 2014 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Spartan Motors, Inc. (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Gladiator, DR, K2, K3, MetroStar, MM, and NVS vehicles manufactured December 14, 2011, to October 21, 2014, equipped with certain Wabco Quick Release Valves with Double Check. In the affected valves, the rubber diaphragm may be damaged by sharp edges on the valve seat ribs, reducing the available air pressure in the air tanks.
Safety consequence
The reduced air pressure levels may reduce braking performance and/or the parking brakes could reapply, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the valve, free of charge. The recall began January 22, 2015. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan's number for this recall is 14021.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Engine Cooling Fan Vibration
NHTSA #14V664000 · Engine and Engine Cooling — Cooling System — Fan · NHTSA notice
Reported October 22, 2014 · Spartan Motors, Inc.
Potentially affected: 304 vehicles
Repair completion: 70.04% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Spartan campaign 14018 · Owners notified December 19, 2014 · Vehicles built March 25, 2010 – October 16, 2014 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Spartan Motors, Inc. (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2010-2015 Gladiator vehicles manufactured March 25, 2010, to October 16, 2014. The engine cooling fan may break and separate during severe vibration.
Safety consequence
If the hood to the vehicle is open, such as during a repair, and the engine cooling fan is operating and comes apart, those in close proximity could be injured from the shattered parts.
Manufacturer remedy
The cooling fans in the affected vehicles will be replaced by dealers free of charge. The recall began on December 19, 2014. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan's number for the recall is 14018.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Seat Belt may be too Long/FMVSS 208
NHTSA #14V630000 · Seats · NHTSA notice
Reported October 8, 2014 · Spartan Motors, Inc.
Potentially affected: 29 vehicles
Repair completion: 90.91% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Spartan campaign 14019 · Owners notified November 25, 2014 · Vehicles built February 18, 2013 – August 5, 2014 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Spartan Motors Chassis, Inc. (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Gladiator and MetroStar emergency vehicles manufactured February 18, 2013, to August 5, 2014. The seats in the affected vehicles have seats belts that may be too long to fit smaller occupants. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Safety consequence
If the seat belt does not properly fit the seat occupant, the seat occupant has an increased risk of being injured in the event of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Spartan has notified owners, and dealers will replace the seat belt buckle, with a shorter belt buckle, free of charge. The recall began November 25, 2014. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan's number for this recall is 14019.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Hand Throttle And Pressure Governors/Engine Surge
NHTSA #14V513000 · Equipment · NHTSA notice
Reported August 20, 2014 · Spartan Motors, Inc.
Potentially affected: 95 vehicles
Repair completion: 43.14% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Spartan campaign 14013 · Owners notified September 29, 2014 · Vehicles built June 15, 2011 – January 14, 2014 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Spartan Motors, Inc. (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Gladiator, and 2011 and 2013-2014 MetroStar emergency vehicles manufactured June 15, 2011, to January 14, 2014. The affected vehicles are equipped with a pressure governor or hand throttle supplied by Fire Research Corporation (FRC). Due to an issue with the software for the pressure governor or hand throttle, the affected vehicles may experience an engine surge.
Safety consequence
A surge in engine speed can cause increased water pressure at the end of a fire hose, increasing the risk of personal injury.
Manufacturer remedy
Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will install a software update, free of charge. The recall began in September 2014. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan's number for this recall is 14013.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Fuel Filter Shell may Separate and Cause Stall
NHTSA #14V505000 · Fuel System, Diesel · NHTSA notice
Reported August 18, 2014 · Spartan Motors, Inc.
Potentially affected: 87 vehicles
Owners notified August 29, 2014 · Vehicles built May 27, 2014 – August 5, 2014 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Spartan Motors Chassis, Inc. (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Gladiator emergency vehicles, 2013-2014 Metrostar emergency vehicles, 2015 motorhome chassis, and 2015 school buses chassis. The Cummins ISB or ISL engines in these vehicles may have been equipped with Fleetguard UFF-XT fuel filters, part number FF63009, whose filter shell may separate from the fuel filter nut plate causing the engine to stall without warning.
Safety consequence
If the engine stalls unexpectedly, there is an increased risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Spartan has notified the final stage manufacturers, and Cummins will replace the affected fuel filters, free of charge. The recall began in August 2014. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Owners may also contact Cummins customer service at 1-800-223-4583.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Fuel Fitting Chafing may Result in Fuel Leak
NHTSA #14V359000 · Fuel System, Other — Delivery — Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings · NHTSA notice
Reported June 23, 2014 · Spartan Motors, Inc.
Potentially affected: 9 vehicles
Repair completion: 100% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Spartan campaign 14009 · Owners notified July 30, 2014 · Vehicles built October 22, 2012 – February 12, 2014 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Spartan Motors Chassis, Inc. (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Gladiator emergency vehicles manufactured October 22, 2012, to February 12, 2014. In the affected vehicles, a high pressure fuel fitting may make contact with the aluminum engine tunnel overlay causing the fitting to wear and possibly leak fuel.
Safety consequence
If the fuel fitting leaks in the presence of an ignition source, there is an increased risk of fire.
Manufacturer remedy
Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will install a new remote fuel filter mounting bracket to move the filter inboard, free of charge. The recall began on July 30, 2014. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan's number for this recall is 14009.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Other Spartan Gladiator model years
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