SPARTAN 2017 SPARTAN METROSTAR Recall
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2017 SPARTAN METROSTAR
Brand
SPARTAN
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2017
Spartan Motors USA is recalling certain 2017 SPARTAN METROSTAR vehicles due to service brakes, air issues. A delay in the brakes releasing may hinder vehicle movement, increasing the risk of a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
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."
Reported concern (NHTSA)
A delay in the brakes releasing may hinder vehicle movement, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
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.
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