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2004 SPARTAN GLADIATOR

8 recalls — 0 complaints — 14 TSBs

19V674000 Sep 23, 2019
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:RESERVOIR/TANK
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 requirem... Read more
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.
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... Read more
1,746 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Spartan Motors USA
19V338000 Apr 30, 2019
EQUIPMENT
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.
Consequence
If the aerial device becomes unstable, the device may fall, increasing the risk of an injury.
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.
45 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Spartan Motors USA
18V691000 Oct 3, 2018
EQUIPMENT
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.
Consequence
If the EMS cabinets become loose during a crash, the cabinets may become projectiles, increasing the risk of injury.
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.
923 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Spartan Motors USA
18V350000 May 29, 2018
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
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 ai... Read more
Consequence
A loss of air to the air brake system could increase the risk of a crash.
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.
309 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Spartan Motors USA
18V206000 Mar 29, 2018
SUSPENSION:FRONT
Defect Description
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2004-2007 Spartan Emergency Response Gladiator vehicles equipped with Timoney Independent Front Suspensions. Inconsistent machining may result in fatigue cracks developing over time in the front axle spindles, causing failure of the spindle and the ... Read more
Consequence
A wheel separation from the vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front axle spindle, free of charge. The recall began on May 24, 2018. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. Spartan's number for this recall is 18012.
11 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Spartan Motors USA
16V688000 Sep 23, 2016
STRUCTURE
Defect Description
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) certain model year 2004-2010 Emergency Response Gladiator tractor drawn aerial fire apparatus vehicles manufactured November 18, 2004, to July 26, 2010. The tiller frame of the affected vehicles may crack near the outriggers.
Consequence
If the tiller frame fully cracks, the vehicle may be unstable, increasing the risk of injury to someone on the ladder.
Remedy
Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will install reinforcements plates, free of charge. The recall began on November 18, 2016. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008.
9 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Spartan Motors USA
16V448000 Jun 20, 2016
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
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 ... Read more
Consequence
If a longer distance is needed to stop the vehicle there would be an increased risk of a crash.
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.
38 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Spartan Motors USA
10V052000 Feb 5, 2010
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
Defect Description
SPARTAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 1998 THROUGH 2010 ADVANTAGE, BARRON, GLADIATOR, METROSTAR, MOUNTAIN STAR, AND TR-1 FIRE APPARATUS CHASSIS CABS MANUFACTURED BETWEEN FEBRUARY 27, 2003 AND NOVEMBER 17, 2009 AND BELTS SOLD TO VARIOUS VEHICLE ALTERS. CERTAIN SEAT BELT ANCHORAGES FAIL TO CONFOR... Read more
Consequence
THE SEAT BELT MAY SEPARATE FROM THE CAB DURING A VEHICLE CRASH AND FAIL TO PROPERLY RESTRAIN THE OCCUPANT. THIS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY TO THE SEAT OCCUPANT.
Remedy
SPARTAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPAIR THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 2, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SPARTAN CHASSIS AT 1-800-543-4277 - Option 1.
650 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: SPARTAN CHASSIS, INC.

No complaints found for this vehicle.

Technical Service Bulletins — 2004 SPARTAN GLADIATOR

14 manufacturer communications from 7 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
160000 STRUCTURE3
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR3
350000 EQUIPMENT2
162310 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS2
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING1
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER1
020000 SUSPENSION1
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM1
TSB17-110-001A Jan 25, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This service bulletin amends the previously reported service bulletin that provides instructions on how to replace the door hinges on affected models of emergency response chassis cabs in the event the as built hinge deforms. The amendment
TSB17-110-001A Jan 25, 2019
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
This service bulletin amends the previously reported service bulletin that provides instructions on how to replace the door hinges on affected models of emergency response chassis cabs in the event the as built hinge deforms. The amendment
TSB17-110-001A Jan 25, 2019
162310 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS
This service bulletin amends the previously reported service bulletin that provides instructions on how to replace the door hinges on affected models of emergency response chassis cabs in the event the as built hinge deforms. The amendment
TSB18-210-001 Dec 17, 2018
160000 STRUCTURE
This service bulletin provides instructions on how to proceed with receiving a remedy for a frame crack that may develop in the frame flange of certain emergency response vehicles.
TSB18-530-001 Feb 12, 2018
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
This service bulletin provides replacement instructions for compartment door switches that may become inoperative.
4S7-B9X7H-07 Jun 19, 2017
160000 STRUCTURE
This service bulletin provides instructions on how to remedy or replace cab lock down mounting structures.
4S7-B9X7H-07 Jun 19, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
This service bulletin provides instructions on how to remedy or replace cab lock down mounting structures.
4S7-V5Z6R-07 Jun 15, 2017
020000 SUSPENSION
This service bulletin provides instructions on installing spacers to resolve "cab clunking."
4S7-V5Z6R-07 Jun 15, 2017
160000 STRUCTURE
This service bulletin provides instructions on installing spacers to resolve "cab clunking."
4S7-V5Z6R-07 Jun 15, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
This service bulletin provides instructions on installing spacers to resolve "cab clunking."
4S7-F9U7P-06 May 8, 2017
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
This service bulletin provides instructions on how to replace the door hinges on affected models of emergency response chassis cabs in the event the as built hinge deforms.
4S7-F9U7P-06 May 8, 2017
162310 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS
This service bulletin provides instructions on how to replace the door hinges on affected models of emergency response chassis cabs in the event the as built hinge deforms.
4S7-H4R7D-12 Nov 9, 2016
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin addresses a condition in the condenser fans in the air conditioning system may become inoperative.
4S7-H4R7D-12 Nov 9, 2016
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
This service bulletin addresses a condition in the condenser fans in the air conditioning system may become inoperative.

SPARTAN GLADIATOR — All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the SPARTAN GLADIATOR across all model years (1986–2020).

368 Total Recalls
5 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
0 Reported Crashes
0 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

SPARTAN GLADIATOR — Year by Year

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2019 14 0 View
2018 13 0 View
2017 15 0 View
2016 14 0 View
2015 26 0 View
2014 28 3 View
2013 29 0 View
2012 24 0 View
2011 26 0 View
2010 29 0 View
2009 23 0 View
2008 21 0 View
2007 16 0 View
2006 12 0 View
2005 9 0 View
2004 (current) 8 0
2003 3 0 View
2002 5 0 View
2001 4 0 View
2000 1 0 View
1999 3 0 View
1998 4 0 View
1997 4 0 View
1996 4 1 View
1995 4 0 View
1994 4 0 View
1993 2 0 View
1992 3 0 View
1991 3 0 View
1990 3 0 View
1989 2 0 View
1988 2 0 View
1987 2 0 View
1986 1 0 View

Other SPARTAN Models

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AERIAL 0 0 View
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ALTERED CHASSIS CABS 0 0 View
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