NHTSA vehicle safety data
2017 Spartan Metrostar Recalls & Complaints
The 2017 Spartan Metrostar has 13 NHTSA recall campaigns and 1 owner complaint on file as of November 3, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Spartan dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2017 Spartan Metrostar. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
2017 Spartan Metrostar owner complaints
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2017 Spartan Metrostar, describing incidents dated February 13, 2018.
Most-cited components
- Air Bags 1 complaint
- Seat Belts 1 complaint
Newest complaints
ODI #11427039 · Filed
Vehicle is a 2017 Spartan Custom Fire Engine. Since just after purchase of the vehicle it has had Supplemental Restraint Warning issues including an air bag light on startup. Dealership has worked on system multiple times and has attempted multiple "fixes" from Spartan including installing brackets…
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.
Brake Light may Randomly Illuminate/FMVSS 108
NHTSA #19V268000 · Exterior Lighting — Brake Lights · NHTSA notice
Reported April 2, 2019 · Precision Industries
Potentially affected: 3 vehicles
Repair completion: 100% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Owners notified June 12, 2019 · Vehicles built December 4, 2017 – July 9, 2018 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Precision Industries (Precision) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Emergency Vehicles built on Spartan Metrostar chassis and equipped with Whelen brake lights recalled under 18E-063. Depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, these brake lights may illuminate when the brake pedal has not been pressed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Safety consequence
If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Precision will notify owners, and dealers will replace the lights, free of charge. The recall began June 12, 2019. Owners may contact Precision Industries customer service at 1-573-346-8387.
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.
Brake Light may Randomly Illuminate
NHTSA #18V654000 · Exterior Lighting — Brake Lights · NHTSA notice
Reported September 21, 2018 · Spartan Motors USA
Potentially affected: 95 vehicles
Repair completion: 3.95% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Spartan campaign 18026 · Owners notified October 24, 2018 · Vehicles built November 9, 2017 – May 3, 2018 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Spartan MetroStar and Gladiator emergency vehicles equipped with Whelen accessory brake lights. Depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, these brake lights may illuminate when the brake pedal has not been pressed.
Safety consequence
If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin October 2018. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. Spartan's number for this recall is 18026.
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.
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.
Other Spartan Metrostar model years
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