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2005 SPARTAN METROSTAR Safety Overview

The 2005 SPARTAN METROSTAR has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 5 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Service brakes, air:supply:reservoir/tank
  • Equipment
  • Seat belts:front:anchorage

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 METROSTAR owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.

Latest Vehicle Recalls

2005 SPARTAN METROSTAR 19V828000

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.

Reported: 11/19/2019
2005 SPARTAN METROSTAR 19V674000

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.

Reported: 9/23/2019
2005 SPARTAN METROSTAR 18V691000

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.

Reported: 10/3/2018
2005 SPARTAN METROSTAR 18V350000

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.

Reported: 5/29/2018
2005 SPARTAN METROSTAR 10V052000

SPARTAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 1998 THROUGH 2010 ADVANTAGE, BARRON, GLADIATOR, METROSTAR...

THE SEAT BELT MAY SEPARATE FROM THE CAB DURING A VEHICLE CRASH AND FAIL TO PROPERLY RESTRAIN THE OCCUPANT. THIS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY TO THE SEAT OCCUPANT.

NHTSA Recall 10V052000: THE SEAT BELT MAY SEPARATE FROM THE CAB DURING A VEHICLE CRASH AND FAIL TO... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 2/5/2010

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.