CarRecallWatchThe 2017 Spartan Gladiator has 15 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
2017 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.
Front shock can loosen and cause loss of steering assist
On certain Spartan Gladiator and MetroStar emergency response vehicles, the front shock absorbers may separate from their upper mount.
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.
Brake Lights May Glow Without Brake Pedal Pressed
Some 2017-2019 emergency vehicles built with Whelen accessory brake lights may have brake lights that turn on even when the brake pedal has not been pressed.
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.
Fire Pump Valve May Corrode, Cutting Water Pressure
Retaining rings that hold the pressure relief valves in the fire pumps of these emergency response vehicles may corrode after repeated exposure to water.
Diesel Fuel Pump Gear May Slip, Causing Engine Stalls
Certain 2017-2018 chassis cabs with Cummins ISX 15L diesel engines may have a fuel pump whose drive gear can slip on its drive shaft.
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.
Engine May Stall Without Warning and Cannot Restart
Certain motorhome chassis may have an engine control module (ECM) with an internal electrical short.
2017 Spartan Gladiator questions
Does the 2017 Spartan Gladiator have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 15 safety recalls for the 2017 Spartan Gladiator: Air Line Could Leak and Apply Brakes Unexpectedly; Severed air line can cause brakes to lock unexpectedly; Front shock can loosen and cause loss of steering assist; 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 2017 Spartan Gladiator has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.