2020 SPARTAN METROSTAR Complaints and Recall Information
The 2020 SPARTAN METROSTAR has 0 complaints and 7 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to brakes, suspension, and steering systems based on recall data, though no formal complaints have been submitted.
The following recalls address multiple safety-related components affecting various systems on these vehicles.
Recalls- Front suspension and steering. NHTSA recall 19V523000 affects 234 vehicles with independent front suspension and Koni shocks. The front shocks may separate from the upper mount, damaging the steering gear housing and causing a power steering fluid leak and loss of power assist. This increases crash risk. Spartan dealers will install new shock bolts and shims at no cost. Notification began August 20, 2019.
- Air brake reservoir lines. Recall 19V828000 covers 94 vehicles with pneumatically-controlled automatic tire chain systems. The air pressure control lines lack pressure protection, risking sudden air loss and unexpected brake application in case of severance. The fix involves rerouting these lines to the auxiliary air reservoir. Dealer inspections and repairs are free. Recall started November 22, 2019.
- Parking brake control line looseness. Recall 20V203000 involves 9 vehicles modified by Marion Body Works. The park brake control line may loosen or disconnect, potentially causing inadvertent application and sudden vehicle deceleration, raising crash risk. Dealers will inspect and tighten these lines for free. Repairs occur before vehicle delivery.
- Air brake reservoir line pressure protection. Recall 19V674000 impacts 1,746 vehicles equipped with a pneumatically-controlled automatic tire chain system. Control lines may lack pressure protection, causing unintended brake applications if severed. Spartan will inspect and reroute lines as needed. Recall began October 4, 2019.
- Parking brake line looseness on SVI Trucks models. NHTSA recall 20V163000 affects 4 vehicles modified by SVI Trucks. The park brake control line may loosen and disconnect, risking sudden deceleration and loss of control. Dealers will inspect and tighten the lines at no charge. Repairs are completed before delivery.
- Conventional air parking brake control line. Recall 20V138000 pertains to 86 vehicles. The park brake control line may loosen or separate, causing unintentional brake application and sudden deceleration with crash risk. Spartan will inspect and retighten fittings at no cost. Owner notifications started March 26, 2020.
Owners with persistent repairs or unresolved safety recalls should consider their legal rights under state lemon laws. Consulting a qualified attorney may help clarify options related to repeated issues or safety defects.
2020 SPARTAN METROSTAR Summary
2020
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
6
Total Recalls
2173
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2020 SPARTAN METROSTAR
9 vehicles affected
PARKING BRAKE
Marion Body Works Inc. (Marion Body Works) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Spartan Gladiator and MetroStar Emergency Response chassis vehicles modified by Marion Body Works. The park brake control line may loosen and possibly come out the fitting while the vehicle is in motion.
Risk: If the air line comes out of the fitting while the vehicle is in motion, the park brake can inadvertently be applied and the vehicle could suddenly decelerate, increasing the risk of a crash.
2020 SPARTAN METROSTAR
86 vehicles affected
PARKING BRAKE:CONVENTIONAL:AIR
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Fire Gladiator and MetroStar Emergency vehicles. The park brake control line may loosen and separate, possibly causing the park brake to be unintentionally applied.
Risk: If the park brake is applied while the vehicle is in motion, the vehicle may suddenly decelerate and experience a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
2020 SPARTAN METROSTAR
4 vehicles affected
PARKING BRAKE
SVI Trucks is recalling certain 2019-2020 Spartan Fire Gladiator and MetroStar Emergency Response vehicles modified by SVI Trucks. The park brake control line may loosen and possibly come out the fitting while the vehicle is in motion. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems."
Risk: If the air line comes out of the fitting while the vehicle is in motion, the park brake can inadvertently be applied and the vehicle could suddenly decelerate, increasing the risk of a crash.
2020 SPARTAN METROSTAR
94 vehicles affected
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:RESERVOIR/TANK
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.
Risk: 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.
2020 SPARTAN METROSTAR
234 vehicles affected
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2014-2020 Emergency Response Gladiator and MetroStar vehicles equipped with an independent front suspension and Koni shocks. The front shocks may separate from their upper mount on the front suspension. The loose shock may contact and damage the steering gear housing, possibly causing a steering fluid leak and a loss of power steering assist.
Risk: A loss of power steering assist increases the risk of a crash.
2020 SPARTAN METROSTAR
1746 vehicles affected
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:RESERVOIR/TANK
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 requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems."
Risk: 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.
Complaints
No complaints found.