2019 SPARTAN METROSTAR Safety Overview
The 2019 SPARTAN METROSTAR has been closely monitored for safety issues.
Official NHTSA Recalls
The NHTSA has issued 10 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:
- Parking brake
- Parking brake:conventional:air
- Service brakes
Severe Defect Warnings
Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as if the air line comes out of the fitting while the vehicle is in motion, the park brake can inadvertently be applied and the vehicle could suddenly decelerate, 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
Marion Body Works Inc.
If the air line comes out of the fitting while the vehicle is in motion, the park brake can inadvertently be applied and the vehicle could suddenly decelerate, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 20V203000: If the air line comes out of the fitting while the vehicle is in motion... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
SVI Trucks is recalling certain 2019-2020 Spartan Fire Gladiator and MetroStar Emergency Response...
If the air line comes out of the fitting while the vehicle is in motion, the park brake can inadvertently be applied and the vehicle could suddenly decelerate, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 20V163000: If the air line comes out of the fitting while the vehicle is in motion... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Fire Gladiator and MetroStar Emergenc...
If the park brake is applied while the vehicle is in motion, the vehicle may suddenly decelerate and experience a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 20V138000: If the park brake is applied while the vehicle is in motion, the vehicle... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Toyne Inc.
An increase in stopping distance increases the risk of crash.
NHTSA Recall 19V925000: An increase in stopping distance increases the risk of crash. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
SVI Trucks is recalling certain vehicles built on 2019 Spartan Emergency Response MetroStar chassis.
A longer distance needed to stop the vehicle can increase the risk of crash.
NHTSA Recall 19V913000: A longer distance needed to stop the vehicle can increase the risk of crash. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Marion Body Works Inc.
If additional distance is needed to stop the vehicle, there would be an increased risk of crash.
NHTSA Recall 19V874000: If additional distance is needed to stop the vehicle, there would be an... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
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 2014-2020 Emergency Response Gladiator and Metr...
A loss of power steering assist increases the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 19V523000: A loss of power steering assist increases the risk of a crash. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Gladiator, MetroStar, K2, K3, and K4 ...
An increase in stopping distance increases the risk of crash.
NHTSA Recall 19V360000: An increase in stopping distance increases the risk of crash. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Recent Complaints
No complaints reported.