CarRecallWatch- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
- Problem
- 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."
- Risk
- A longer distance needed to stop the vehicle can increase the risk of crash.
- Remedy
- 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.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
Certain 2019 Spartan Emergency Response MetroStar chassis vehicles may have a brake relay valve that restricts air flow in the air brake system. This can increase the distance needed to stop the vehicle, and these vehicles do not meet Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 121 for air brake systems.
A longer stopping distance raises the risk of a crash, particularly in emergencies when quick braking is needed. Owners should be aware of this issue and not delay addressing it.
The repair is free. Spartan will notify owners, though no notification schedule has been provided yet. Spartan dealers will inspect and replace the brake relay valves at no charge. You can contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008 or SVI Trucks customer service at 1-888-784-1112, and you can check your VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Spartan Metro Star | 2019 |
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