2011 SPARTAN METROSTAR
15 recalls — 0 complaints — 23 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
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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
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.
11V500000 Oct 13, 2011
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Defect Description
SPARTAN CHASSIS (SPARTAN), IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008 DIAMOND, MODEL YEAR 2008-2009 FURION ALONG WITH MODEL YEAR 2011, MODEL YEAR 2010 FURION R/T, MODEL YEAR 2007-2012 GLADIATOR, MODEL YEAR 2008-2012 METROSTAR AND MODEL YEAR 2012 SPARTAN FORCE EMERGENCY RESCUE TRANSPORT VEHICLES EQUIPPED W... Read more
Consequence
THIS MIGHT CAUSE THE ESC TO PERCEIVE AN OVER STEERING SITUATION AND THEREFORE APPLY THE FRONT AXLE OUTER WHEEL SERVICE BRAKE UNTIL THE VEHICLE IS PERCEIVED TO BE STABLE BY THE ESC. THESE CONDITIONS COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
SPARTAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE CONTROL MODULE FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 19, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SPARTAN AT 1-800-543-5008 OPTION 5.
11V321000 Jun 13, 2011
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE
Defect Description
SPARTAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010-2011 METROSTAR AND MODEL YEAR 2010 GLADIATOR FIRE APPARATUS CHASSIS/CAB, MANUFACTURED FROM APRIL 9, 2010 THROUGH APRIL 25, 2011 AND EQUIPPED WITH ROLLTEK SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) SIDE AIR BAG. THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENT... Read more
Consequence
IF AN OWNER OR OPERATOR IS NOT WARNED OF A PROBLEM WITH THE SIDE AIR BAG SYSTEM, THEY WILL NOT TAKE STEPS TO ADDRESS AND REMEDY THE PROBLEM, THEREBY INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY OR THE SEVERITY OF INJURY TO VEHICLE OCCUPANTS IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH NECESSITATING DEPLOYMENT OF THE SIDE AIR BAGS.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE SIDE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR LIGHT AND CONNECT THE WIRES AS NECESSARY FOR THE SRS TO FUNCTION PROPERLY. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 13, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SPARTAN AT 1-800-543-5008 - OPTION 5.
11V240000 Apr 14, 2011
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Defect Description
SPARTAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010-2011 FURION, GLADIATOR, AND METROSTAR FIRE APPARATUS CHASSIS/CAB PRODUCED FROM APRIL 8, 2010, THROUGH MARCH 24, 2011. CERTAIN TELL TALES DOES NOT ILLUMINATE WHEN THEY ARE INTENDED (HIGH BEAM LAMP, TURN SIGNALS), OR FLICKER. IN ADDITION, THE ABS LAMP MAY... Read more
Consequence
THE TELL TALE FOR THE HIGH BEAM MAY NOT ILLUMINATE WHEN THE HIGH BEAM HEAD LIGHTS ARE ACTIVATED RESULTING IN A POTENTIAL DISTRACTION TO ONCOMING TRAFFIC. ALSO, THE ABS LAMP MAY NOT ILLUMINATE WHEN A MALFUNCTION OCCURS THEREFORE NOT ALERTING THE DRIVER. BOTH OF THESE CONSEQUENCES COULD INCREASE THE... Read more
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE CONTROL PANEL FOR THE TELL TALES WITH LOGIC THAT WILL ENSURE THE TELLS WILL WORK AS DESIGNED WITHOUT INTERRUPTION. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 6, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SPARTAN AT 1-800-543-5008 - OPTION 5.
No complaints found for this vehicle.
Technical Service Bulletins — 2011 SPARTAN METROSTAR
23 manufacturer communications from 13 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 4 |
| 162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR | 3 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 3 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 2 |
| 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER | 2 |
| 162310 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS | 2 |
| 020000 SUSPENSION | 1 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 1 |
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.
TSB20-210-001
Oct 21, 2020
200000 WHEELS
This service bulletin provides instructions for replacing galvanized nuts identified as not meeting proper clamp load.
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
TSB18-150-001
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
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
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 METROSTAR — All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the SPARTAN METROSTAR across all model years (1998–2020).
231
Total Recalls
4
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
0
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
SPARTAN METROSTAR — Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 6 | 0 | View |
| 2019 | 15 | 0 | View |
| 2018 | 14 | 0 | View |
| 2017 | 13 | 2 | View |
| 2016 | 11 | 0 | View |
| 2015 | 19 | 0 | View |
| 2014 | 21 | 0 | View |
| 2013 | 21 | 0 | View |
| 2012 | 15 | 0 | View |
| 2011 (current) | 15 | 0 | |
| 2010 | 19 | 0 | View |
| 2009 | 15 | 0 | View |
| 2008 | 12 | 2 | View |
| 2007 | 7 | 0 | View |
| 2006 | 6 | 0 | View |
| 2005 | 5 | 0 | View |
| 2004 | 4 | 0 | View |
| 2003 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 2002 | 4 | 0 | View |
| 2001 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 2000 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1999 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1998 | 1 | 0 | View |