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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 18V932📅 Jan 31, 2019

2011–2019 Spartan Gladiator & 2011–2019 Spartan Metrostar recall: brakes

⚠️ What's wrong

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."

💥 The risk

A delay in the brakes releasing may hinder vehicle movement, increasing the risk of a crash.

🔧 The fix

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.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
18V932000
Manufacturer recall #
18038
Manufacturer
Spartan Motors USA
Vehicles affected
138
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Owner phone
1-800-543-5008
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Feb 22, 2019
Built
Sep 26, 2018 – Oct 1, 2018
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 18V932 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 18V932?

2011–2019 Spartan Gladiator & 2011–2019 Spartan Metrostar. 138 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Spartan dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-543-5008.