SPARTAN 2013 SPARTAN METROSTAR Recall
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2013 SPARTAN METROSTAR
Brand
SPARTAN
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2013
Spartan Chassis, Inc. is recalling certain 2013 SPARTAN METROSTAR vehicles due to visibility/wiper issues. If the windshield wipers become inoperative, the driver could have reduced visibility, which may increase the risk of a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
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 windshield wipers to become inoperative.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
If the windshield wipers become inoperative, the driver could have reduced visibility, which may increase the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
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.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026