2011 SPARTAN GLADIATOR Safety Overview
The 2011 SPARTAN GLADIATOR has been closely monitored for safety issues.
Official NHTSA Recalls
The NHTSA has issued 26 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:
- Service brakes, air:supply:reservoir/tank
- Equipment
- Service brakes, air
Severe Defect Warnings
Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as without the control line being pressure-protected, in the event the control line is severed, air may suddenly be lost from the service reservoir system, causing the brakes to apply unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.
Consumer Complaints
To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.
Why It Matters
Staying informed about these safety records is critical for SPARTAN GLADIATOR owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.
Latest Vehicle Recalls
Marion Body Works Inc.
Without the control line being pressure-protected, in the event the control line is severed, air may suddenly be lost from the service reservoir system, causing the brakes to apply unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 19V828000: Without the control line being pressure-protected, in the event the control... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2004-2020 Emergency Response Gladiator and Spar...
Without the control line being pressure-protected, in the event the control line is severed, air may suddenly be lost from the service reservoir system, causing the brakes to apply unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 19V674000: Without the control line being pressure-protected, in the event the control... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2004-2016 Emergency Response Gladiator Tractor...
If the aerial device becomes unstable, the device may fall, increasing the risk of an injury.
NHTSA Recall 19V338000: If the aerial device becomes unstable, the device may fall, increasing the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2011-2019 Emergency Response Gladiator and Metr...
A delay in the brakes releasing may hinder vehicle movement, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 18V932000: A delay in the brakes releasing may hinder vehicle movement, increasing the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2001-2019 Spartan MetroStar and Gladiator emerg...
If the EMS cabinets become loose during a crash, the cabinets may become projectiles, increasing the risk of injury.
NHTSA Recall 18V691000: If the EMS cabinets become loose during a crash, the cabinets may become... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2010-2019 Spartan Emergency Response Gladiator ...
If the battery positive cable arcs, it can increase the risk of a fire.
NHTSA Recall 18V440000: If the battery positive cable arcs, it can increase the risk of a fire. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2009-2018 Gladiator and MetroStar emergency veh...
A loss of power to the pump control module can cause a loss of water pressure for fighting fires, thereby increasing the risk of injury.
NHTSA Recall 18V424000: A loss of power to the pump control module can cause a loss of water... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2001-2018 Spartan Gladiator, Diamond, MetroStar...
A loss of air to the air brake system could increase the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 18V350000: A loss of air to the air brake system could increase the risk of a crash. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2010-2014 K2 and K3 motor home chassis and Glad...
A starter motor that overheats may increase the risk of a fire.
NHTSA Recall 17V351000: A starter motor that overheats may increase the risk of a fire. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2008-2017 Gladiator and MetroStar emergency res...
If the operator follows the incorrect directions and believes that the supplemental front park brake is applied when it is not, the vehicle may unexpectedly roll, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 17V294000: If the operator follows the incorrect directions and believes that the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Gladiator, 2016-2017 MetroStar, 2012-...
A separated ball joint can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 17V160000: A separated ball joint can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2010-2017 Emergency Response K3, Met...
An intermittent loss of power steering assist could increase the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 16V676000: An intermittent loss of power steering assist could increase the risk of a... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2004-2016 Gladiator tractor-drawn ae...
If a longer distance is needed to stop the vehicle there would be an increased risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 16V448000: If a longer distance is needed to stop the vehicle there would be an... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2009-2014 ER Gladiator and MetroStar...
If the steering locks, there could be a loss of control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 15V687000: If the steering locks, there could be a loss of control of the vehicle... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Spartan ERV (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2007-2015 Gladiator emergency vehicles manu...
The supporting frame could fail to support the aerial device, allowing it to fall and strike and injure a bystander, become a road hazard, or startle the vehicle's driver, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 15V466000: The supporting frame could fail to support the aerial device, allowing it... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Spartan Motors, Inc.
If the valve stems rub against the brake caliper, a hole may develop causing the tire to deflate suddenly, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 15V448000: If the valve stems rub against the brake caliper, a hole may develop... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Spartan Motors, Inc.
If the cab is raised, such as during a repair, and the engine cooling fan is operating and comes apart, those in close proximity could be injured from the shattered parts.
NHTSA Recall 15V403000: If the cab is raised, such as during a repair, and the engine cooling fan... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Spartan Motors, Inc.
If the hood to the vehicle is open, such as during a repair, and the engine cooling fan is operating and comes apart, those in close proximity could be injured from the shattered parts.
NHTSA Recall 14V664000: If the hood to the vehicle is open, such as during a repair, and the engine... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Spartan Motors, Inc.
If the engine coolant mixes with the transmission fluid, the transmission may not shift properly, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 14V623000: If the engine coolant mixes with the transmission fluid, the transmission... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Spartan Motors Chassis (Spartan Chassis) is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 Gladiator emer...
If the fan shatters when the cab is raised, a person in the vicinity of the engine could be struck by pieces of the fan and injured.
NHTSA Recall 14V022000: If the fan shatters when the cab is raised, a person in the vicinity of the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
SPARTAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010-2012 GLADIATOR EMERGENCY RESCUE CHASSIS MANUFACTURE...
IF THIS OCCURS AND CAB IS IN THE RAISED POSITION, THE SEPARATION COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY.
NHTSA Recall 12V279000: IF THIS OCCURS AND CAB IS IN THE RAISED POSITION, THE SEPARATION COULD... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
SPARTAN CHASSIS (SPARTAN), IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008 DIAMOND, MODEL YEAR 2008-2009 FUR...
THIS MIGHT CAUSE THE ESC TO PERCEIVE AN OVER STEERING SITUATION AND THEREFORE APPLY THE FRONT AXLE OUTER WHEEL SERVICE BRAKE UNTIL THE VEHICLE IS PERCEIVED TO BE STABLE BY THE ESC. THESE CONDITIONS COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
NHTSA Recall 11V500000: THIS MIGHT CAUSE THE ESC TO PERCEIVE AN OVER STEERING SITUATION AND... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
SPARTAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010, 2011, AND 2012 RECREATIONAL VEHICLES, MODELS MM, K2...
IF THE INLET OR OUTLET SECTIONS DISCONNECT, HOT EXHAUST GASES CAN VENT PRIOR TO EXITING THE TAILPIPE, CREATING THE RISK OF COMBUSTION AND A FIRE. IF BOTH CLAMPS FAIL, THERE IS A RISK IN SOME APPLICATIONS THAT THE DOC/DPF HOUSING MAY DETACH COMPLETELY, CREATING A ROAD HAZARD.
NHTSA Recall 11V425000: IF THE INLET OR OUTLET SECTIONS DISCONNECT, HOT EXHAUST GASES CAN VENT... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
SPARTAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010-2011 METROSTAR AND MODEL YEAR 2010 GLADIATOR FIRE AP...
IF AN OWNER OR OPERATOR IS NOT WARNED OF A PROBLEM WITH THE SIDE AIR BAG SYSTEM, THEY WILL NOT TAKE STEPS TO ADDRESS AND REMEDY THE PROBLEM, THEREBY INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY OR THE SEVERITY OF INJURY TO VEHICLE OCCUPANTS IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH NECESSITATING DEPLOYMENT OF THE SIDE AIR BAGS.
NHTSA Recall 11V321000: IF AN OWNER OR OPERATOR IS NOT WARNED OF A PROBLEM WITH THE SIDE AIR BAG... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
SPARTAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010-2011 FURION, GLADIATOR, AND METROSTAR FIRE APPARATUS...
THE TELL TALE FOR THE HIGH BEAM MAY NOT ILLUMINATE WHEN THE HIGH BEAM HEAD LIGHTS ARE ACTIVATED RESULTING IN A POTENTIAL DISTRACTION TO ONCOMING TRAFFIC. ALSO, THE ABS LAMP MAY NOT ILLUMINATE WHEN A MALFUNCTION OCCURS THEREFORE NOT ALERTING THE DRIVER. BOTH OF THESE CONSEQUENCES COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF CRASH.
NHTSA Recall 11V240000: THE TELL TALE FOR THE HIGH BEAM MAY NOT ILLUMINATE WHEN THE HIGH BEAM HEAD... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
SPARTAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008, 2010, AND 2011 GLADIATOR, AS WELL AS MODEL YEAR 201...
SLACK ADJUSTERS WITH THIS FLOW NOTCH COULD CRACK UNDER NORMAL BRAKING CONDITIONS CAUSING LOSS OF BRAKING WHICH COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
NHTSA Recall 11V187000: SLACK ADJUSTERS WITH THIS FLOW NOTCH COULD CRACK UNDER NORMAL BRAKING... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Recent Complaints
No complaints reported.