CarRecallWatchThe 2008 Spartan Metro Star has 12 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Unknown Or Other (1 report).
2008 Spartan Metro Star 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.
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.
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.
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.
Mirror Lenses Can Fall Off, Reducing Rear Visibility
Certain 2008-2010 Spartan Gladiator and MetroStar emergency vehicles, built between December 12, 2008 and August 6, 2010, have rearview mirror lenses that may come loose and fall off because of vibration.
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.
Most common 2008 Spartan Metro Star problems
Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
What owners report
VEHICLE IS IN MOTION (DOES NOT OCCUR FROM A STANDING START); AFTER SLOWING DOWN AND THEN UPON DEPRESSING THROTTLE IN ORDER TO ACCELERATE, THE TRUCK BEGINS A SEVERE HOPPING/JERKING MOTION. SPEED AT WHICH HOPPING/JERKING MOTION OCCURS IS NEAR 35 MILES PER HOUR. INCIDENTS HAVE OCCURRED MULTIPLE TIMES WITH AT LEAST EIGHT DIFFERENT DRIVERS AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS SOMETIMES ON LEVEL GROUND AND SOMETIMES ON GRADES. HAVE CONTACTED MANUFACTURER MULTIPLE TIMES AND THE RESULT WAS ONLY THAT DRIVERS REQUIRED ADDITIONAL TRAINING TO PREVENT TOE HOPPING. SEVERAL OF THE DRIVERS HAVE DRIVEN SIMILAR SIZE AND WEIGHT TRUCKS FOR OVER 20 YEARS.
2008 Spartan Metro Star questions
Does the 2008 Spartan Metro Star have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 12 safety recalls for the 2008 Spartan Metro Star: Air Line Could Leak and Apply Brakes Unexpectedly; Severed air line can cause brakes to lock unexpectedly; EMS cabinets may break loose in a crash, posing injury risk; Air brake line may disconnect, risking loss of braking; Wrong Park Brake Label Could Let Vehicle Roll. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Spartan Metro Star?
Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Unknown Or Other (1), Power Train (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2008 Spartan Metro Star 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.