2013 SPARTAN GLADIATOR

29 recalls — 0 complaints — 27 TSBs

19V828000 Nov 19, 2019
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:RESERVOIR/TANK
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.
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
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 cust... Read more
94 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Marion Body Works Inc.
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
18V932000 Dec 26, 2018
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
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... Read more
Consequence
A delay in the brakes releasing may hinder vehicle movement, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
138 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
18V440000 Jun 29, 2018
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
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.
Consequence
If the battery positive cable arcs, it can increase the risk of a fire.
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 thi... Read more
865 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Spartan Motors USA
18V424000 Jun 25, 2018
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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.
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.
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.
1,243 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
17V351000 May 31, 2017
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY
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.
Consequence
A starter motor that overheats may increase the risk of a fire.
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.
721 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Spartan Motors USA
17V294000 May 1, 2017
PARKING BRAKE
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."
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.
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.
18 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Spartan Motors USA
17V160000 Mar 13, 2017
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM
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.
Consequence
A separated ball joint can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
2,783 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Spartan Motors USA
16V676000 Sep 19, 2016
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:PUMP
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... Read more
Consequence
An intermittent loss of power steering assist could increase the risk of a crash.
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.
264 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
15V687000 Oct 21, 2015
STEERING
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.
Consequence
If the steering locks, there could be a loss of control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
2,038 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Spartan Motors USA
15V540000 Aug 25, 2015
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
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.
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.
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... Read more
696 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Spartan Motors USA
15V466000 Jul 27, 2015
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
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.
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.
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.
29 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Spartan ERV
15V448000 Jul 15, 2015
TIRES:VALVE
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.
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.
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.
212 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Spartan Motors, Inc.
15V403000 Jun 24, 2015
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
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.
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.
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 th... Read more
1,599 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Spartan Motors, Inc.
14V812000 Dec 23, 2014
STEERING:LINKAGES
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 sepa... Read more
Consequence
If the steering linkage separates, a loss of steering control would occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
277 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Spartan Motors, Inc.
14V747000 Nov 24, 2014
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
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 b... Read more
Consequence
The reduced air pressure levels may reduce braking performance and/or the parking brakes could reapply, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
1,059 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Spartan Motors, Inc.
14V664000 Oct 22, 2014
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
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.
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.
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.
304 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Spartan Motors, Inc.
14V630000 Oct 8, 2014
SEAT BELTS
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 ... Read more
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.
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.
29 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Spartan Motors, Inc.
14V623000 Oct 6, 2014
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLING UNIT AND LINES
Defect Description
Spartan Motors, Inc. (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2006-2013 Advantage, Diamond, Gladiator, and MetroStar emergency vehicles manufactured November 29, 2005, to June 19, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the transmission fluid cooler may fail, allowing the engine coolant to mix with the tr... Read more
Consequence
If the engine coolant mixes with the transmission fluid, the transmission may not shift properly, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Spartan will notify owners and dealers will install a new transmission fluid cooler, free of charge. Parts are not currently available. Owners were mailed an interim notification on November 25, 2014 and will also be mailed a second letter when parts are available. Parts should be available in mi... Read more
389 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Spartan Motors, Inc.
14V513000 Aug 20, 2014
EQUIPMENT
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... Read more
Consequence
A surge in engine speed can cause increased water pressure at the end of a fire hose, increasing the risk of personal injury.
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.
95 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Spartan Motors, Inc.
14V359000 Jun 23, 2014
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
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 w... Read more
Consequence
If the fuel fitting leaks in the presence of an ignition source, there is an increased risk of fire.
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.
9 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Spartan Motors, Inc.
13V613000 Dec 6, 2013
SEAT BELTS
Defect Description
Spartan Motors Chassis, Inc. (Spartan Chassis) is recalling certain model year 2002 MetroStar, 2009 Gladiator, and 2013 Gladiator emergency response vehicles equipped with IMMI-brand L9 seat belt buckles. When the button is pressed to release the seat belt, the latch plate can become partially eng... Read more
Consequence
If the latch plate remains partially engaged after the button is pressed, egress from the vehicle could be hindered which would increase the risk of injury in the event of an emergency.
Remedy
Spartan Chassis will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt buckles, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in January 2014. Owners may contact Spartan at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan Chassis' number for this recall is 13026.
3 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Spartan Motors, Inc.
13V266000 Jun 26, 2013
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Defect Description
Spartan Motors Chassis, Inc. (Spartan Chassis) is recalling certain model year 2013 Metro Star and Gladiator emergency vehicles manufactured August 7, 2012, through June 6, 2013. Due to electrical signal fluctuations, the circuits in the restraints control module may become damaged. If damaged, th... Read more
Consequence
If the seatbelt pretensioner or the air bag inadvertently deploys while driving, it may result in personal injury or increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Spartan Chassis will notify owners, and dealers will add a suppression device to reduce electrical signal fluctuations, free of charge. The recall began on July 19, 2013. Owners may contact Spartan Chassis at 1-517-543-6400.
70 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Spartan Motors, Inc.
13V066000 Feb 28, 2013
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Defect Description
Spartan Motors Chassis, Inc., a subsidiary of Spartan Motors, is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Metro Star and Gladiator fire trucks manufactured from March 29, 2012, through January 30, 2013 and equipped with a Spartan advanced protection system (APS) supplied by Takata Protection Systems.... Read more
Consequence
An inadvertent air bag deployment could result in personal injury or increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Spartan Motors will notify owners, and dealers will install a new sub-wire harness on the control module of the APS, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in March 2013. Owners may contact Spartan at 1-800-543-5008 - Option 4.
27 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Spartan Motors, Inc.
12V579000 Dec 10, 2012
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Defect Description
Spartan Motors Chassis is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Gladiator, Metro Star, Metro Star-X, and Force emergency rescue chassis cabs built between October 1, 2012, through October 31, 2012. The wiper motor shaft and the wiper arm shaft have different sized splines which may cause the winds... Read more
Consequence
If the windshield wipers become inoperative, the driver could have reduced visibility, which may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Spartan will notify owners and replace the wipers free of charge The safety recall began on January 15, 2013. Owners may contact Spartan at 1-800-543-5008, Option 4.
36 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Spartan Chassis, Inc.

No complaints found for this vehicle.

Technical Service Bulletins — 2013 SPARTAN GLADIATOR

27 manufacturer communications from 16 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
350000 EQUIPMENT4
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM3
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR3
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING2
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER2
160000 STRUCTURE2
162310 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS2
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY1
TSB23-260-001 Dec 11, 2023
010000 STEERING
This service bulletin is about the power steering fluid level sensor could exhibit leaks where sensor seals against power steering reservoir and provides instructions on replacing current power steering level sensor with improved sensor des
TSB21250003 Jul 28, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This service bulletin provides instructions to replace with new height control valves for front IFS height control valves that may fail.
TSB21250003 Jul 28, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This service bulletin provides instructions to replace with new height control valves for front IFS height control valves that may fail.
TSB19-330-003 May 9, 2019
100000 POWER TRAIN
This service bulletin provides a solution if the pump shift valve exhausts system air pressure when pilot pressure is reduced.
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
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
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
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.
TSB18-150-001 May 9, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
This service bulletin provides a solution for superficial cracking at the fascia seam and the main cab
TSB18-150-001 May 9, 2018
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
This service bulletin provides a solution for superficial cracking at the fascia seam and the main cab
TSB18-170-001 Apr 24, 2018
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
This servivce bulletin provides a solution for a condition in which the radiator could develop a leak at the top of same.
TSB17-250-005A Feb 26, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This service bulletin amends a previously submitted service bulletin (TSB17-250-005 - Submitted on 9/1/2017) to include a different bracket used in different cab configurations. The previous service bulletin provided instructions on how to
TSB18-530-001 Feb 12, 2018
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
This service bulletin provides replacement instructions for compartment door switches that may become inoperative.
TSB18-810-001 Jan 26, 2018
140000 AIR BAGS
This service bulletin provides a solution for conditions in the air bag system that cause the "SRS" lamp to illuminate
TSB18-810-001 Jan 26, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This service bulletin provides a solution for conditions in the air bag system that cause the "SRS" lamp to illuminate
4S7-D4E3L-09 Aug 11, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
This service bulletin provides instructions on how to remedy or replace cab lock down mounting bracket fasteners.
4S7-V5Z6R-07 Jun 15, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
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
020000 SUSPENSION
This service bulletin provides instructions on installing spacers to resolve "cab clunking."
4S7-Q8A7D-07 Jun 12, 2017
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
This service bulletin provides instructions on how to replace the air conditioning condenser fans.
4S7-Q8A7D-07 Jun 12, 2017
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides instructions on how to replace the air conditioning condenser fans.
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-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-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.
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.
RSB-14-310-004 Jul 30, 2014
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
SPARTAN: HIGH PRESSURE FUEL FITTING, ON REMOTE MOUNTED FUEL FILTER, MAKES CONTACT WITH ALUMINUM ENGINE TUNNEL OVERLAY, CAUSES WEAR AND NEWLY INSTALLED FILTER MOUNTING BRACKET WILL PROVIDE CLEARANCE BETWEEN FILTER FITTINGS AND ENGINE TUNNEL
RSB-14-310-004 Jul 30, 2014
092300 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:FUEL FILTER
SPARTAN: HIGH PRESSURE FUEL FITTING, ON REMOTE MOUNTED FUEL FILTER, MAKES CONTACT WITH ALUMINUM ENGINE TUNNEL OVERLAY, CAUSES WEAR AND NEWLY INSTALLED FILTER MOUNTING BRACKET WILL PROVIDE CLEARANCE BETWEEN FILTER FITTINGS AND ENGINE TUNNEL

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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2015 26 0 View
2014 28 3 View
2013 (current) 29 0
2012 24 0 View
2011 26 0 View
2010 29 0 View
2009 23 0 View
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2006 12 0 View
2005 9 0 View
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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

Model Recalls Complaints
ADV 0 0 View
ADVANTAGE 0 0 View
AERIAL 0 0 View
ALPINE 0 0 View
ALTERED CHASSIS CABS 0 0 View
AMB 0 0 View
AP-GT 0 0 View
AP-ST 0 0 View