CarRecallWatchThe 2012 Spartan Gladiator has 24 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
2012 Spartan Gladiator recalls
Air Line Could Leak and Apply Brakes Unexpectedly
On certain Spartan Gladiator and Metrostar emergency response vehicles from model years 2005 to 2008, the air pressure control lines for the pneumatically controlled automatic tire chain system may not be pressure-protected.
Severed air line can cause brakes to lock unexpectedly
Certain Spartan Emergency Response Gladiator and Spartan vehicles equipped with a pneumatically controlled automatic tire chain system may have air pressure control lines that are not pressure-protected.
Aerial Device Can Fall If Frame Cracks
Cracks may develop and extend into the vertical portions of the tiller frame on certain Spartan Gladiator tractor-drawn aerial vehicles.
Brakes May Release Slowly, Raising Crash Risk
Certain emergency response vehicles built on Spartan Gladiator and Metro Star chassis, equipped with tandem axles, rear drum brakes and electronic stability control, may have a delay in brake release.
EMS cabinets may break loose in a crash, posing injury risk
Certain emergency response vehicles have Emergency Medical Service (EMS) cabinets fitted with mounting fasteners that may not be the correct size.
Battery cable can chafe and arc, raising fire risk
The protective sleeve on the cable connecting the battery positive terminal to the alternator can become brittle.
Fire Pump Solenoid May Corrode, Losing Water Pressure
The fire water pump solenoid on certain emergency vehicles may corrode internally.
Air brake line may disconnect, risking loss of braking
Certain emergency response vehicles may lack a pressure protection valve between the air reservoir and the lubrication control module.
Starter Motor May Overheat and Cause a Fire
A component inside the starter motor can break, which may cause the starter to overheat or draw excessive current.
Wrong Park Brake Label Could Let Vehicle Roll
The instructions on the supplemental park brake actuator knob tell the operator to pull the knob to apply the supplemental front park brake, but the correct action is to push it.
Front ball joints can loosen and separate, causing partial steering loss
Certain Spartan vehicles have front independent suspension (IFS) modules whose ball joints can loosen and separate.
Power steering can cut out intermittently, raising crash risk
The power steering pump may occasionally lose output power, causing reduced or intermittent loss of power steering assist.
Air brakes may take longer to stop the vehicle
The air brakes on certain Gladiator tractor-drawn aerial emergency vehicles may have excessive actuation and release timing.
Power steering fluid can overheat and lock steering
Certain 2009-2014 Spartan Gladiator vehicles, built between January 5, 2010 and January 19, 2015, may have power steering fluid that overheats.
Front Splay Rails May Crack, Risking Cab Collapse
Certain Spartan Gladiator and MetroStar emergency vehicles from model years 2012 through 2015, built between March 4, 2013 and December 17, 2014, may have front splay rails that can crack.
Aerial Device Frame May Crack and Fail
Certain emergency vehicles were built with aerial devices whose torque frames are prone to cracking.
Front Tire Valve Stems May Rub and Cause Sudden Deflation
Certain emergency response vehicles have front wheel valve stems that may rub against the brake caliper.
Engine cooling fan can crack and break apart
The engine cooling fan on these emergency response vehicles may crack, and the fan blades can detach while the fan is spinning.
2012 Spartan Gladiator questions
Does the 2012 Spartan Gladiator have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 24 safety recalls for the 2012 Spartan Gladiator: Air Line Could Leak and Apply Brakes Unexpectedly; Severed air line can cause brakes to lock unexpectedly; Aerial Device Can Fall If Frame Cracks; Brakes May Release Slowly, Raising Crash Risk; EMS cabinets may break loose in a crash, posing injury risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
How do I check if a recall on my 2012 Spartan Gladiator has been fixed?
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