CarRecallWatchThe 2017 Spartan Metro Star has 13 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (1 report).
2017 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.
Brake lights may light up without pedal pressed
Certain emergency vehicles built on this chassis are equipped with brake lights that may illuminate even when the brake pedal has not been pressed.
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.
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.
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.
Most common 2017 Spartan Metro Star problems
Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 1 |
What owners report
Vehicle is a 2017 Spartan Custom Fire Engine. Since just after purchase of the vehicle it has had Supplemental Restraint Warning issues including an air bag light on startup. Dealership has worked on system multiple times and has attempted multiple "fixes" from Spartan including installing brackets to support the seat belt sensor wires to minimize what was believed to be intermittent disconnects. Further review with our dealership and an alternate dealership has identified this is an issue on multiple Spartan VIN's due to a wiring harness/connector issue. Spartan has told our service techs that there is a high resistance connection in the system and to change all connectors but that it will
2017 Spartan Metro Star questions
Does the 2017 Spartan Metro Star have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 13 safety recalls for the 2017 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; Brake lights may light up without pedal pressed; Brakes May Release Slowly, Raising Crash Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Spartan Metro Star?
Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (1), Seat Belts (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2017 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.