SPARTAN 2019 SPARTAN METROSTAR Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2019 SPARTAN METROSTAR
Brand
SPARTAN
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2019
Marion Body Works Inc. is recalling certain 2019 SPARTAN METROSTAR vehicles due to service brakes issues. If additional distance is needed to stop the vehicle, there would be an increased risk of crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Marion Body Works Inc. (Marion Body Works) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Spartan Gladiator & Metro Star emergency response chassis. The brake relay valve may have an air flow restriction, which may result in an extended stopping distance. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems."
Reported concern (NHTSA)
If additional distance is needed to stop the vehicle, there would be an increased risk of crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Marion Body Works will notify owners, and Spartan dealers will inspect and replace the valve, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 27, 2019. Owners may contact Marion Body Works customer service at 1-715-754-5261 or Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008.
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