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
SVI Trucks is recalling certain 2019 SPARTAN METROSTAR vehicles due to service brakes, air issues. A longer distance needed to stop the vehicle can increase the risk of crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
SVI Trucks is recalling certain vehicles built on 2019 Spartan Emergency Response MetroStar chassis. The brake relay valve may have an air flow restriction, which may result in an increased 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)
A longer distance needed to stop the vehicle can increase the risk of crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Spartan will notify owners, and Spartan dealers will inspect and replace the valves, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008 or SVI Trucks customer service at 1-888-784-1112.
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