CarRecallWatchThe 2014 Spartan Metro Star has 21 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
2014 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Fire Tank Gauge May Read Too High, Risking Crew Injury
The fire-suppression agent tank level sensor on these emergency vehicles may show more water or foam remaining in the tank than is actually there.
Loose axle nuts can let driveshaft disconnect and cause crash
Certain 2014-2015 Spartan MetroStar chassis cabs built for emergency response use and ILAV chassis cabs built for Department of Defense use may have hex nuts on the flange yoke of the drive axle that were not properly tightened.
Fire Truck Transmission May Shift to Neutral While Driving
Certain 2014 Spartan MetroStar emergency vehicles, built between January 5, 2015 and March 9, 2015 and equipped with a fire pump and a Hale Products K-Gearbox, may have a transmission that unexpectedly shifts into neutral while traveling to or from a fire.
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.
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.
2014 Spartan Metro Star questions
Does the 2014 Spartan Metro Star have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 21 safety recalls for the 2014 Spartan Metro Star: 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 2014 Spartan Metro Star has been fixed?
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