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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 19V874000

2018 Spartan Metrostar | 2019 Spartan Gladiator | 2018 Spartan Gladiator | 2019 Spartan Metrostar — Service brakes

Published December 11, 2019 · Recall initiated: December 10, 2019

Summary

NHTSA records recall 19V874000, published December 11, 2019 and initiated December 10, 2019. Recalling firm: Shyft Group; 2018 Spartan Metrostar | 2019 Spartan Gladiator | 2018 Spartan Gladiator | 2019 Spartan Metrostar — Service brakes.

What's the hazard

Marion Body Works Inc. (Marion Body Works) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Spartan Gladiator & Metro Star emergency response chassis. The brake relay valve may have an air flow restriction, which may result in an extended stopping distance. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems."

What to do

Marion Body Works will notify owners, and Spartan dealers will inspect and replace the valve, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 27, 2019. Owners may contact Marion Body Works customer service at 1-715-754-5261 or Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008.

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Recall details

Brand
SPARTAN
Model
METROSTAR
Manufacturer
Shyft Group
Lot
2018 SPARTAN METROSTAR | 2019 SPARTAN GLADIATOR | 2018 SPARTAN GLADIATOR | 2019 SPARTAN METROSTAR
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2018 Spartan Metrostar | 2019 Spartan Gladiator | 2018 Spartan Gladiator | 2019 Spartan Metrostar — Service brakes recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 19V874000 on December 11, 2019. Reported hazard: Marion Body Works Inc. (Marion Body Works) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Spartan Gladiator & Metro Star emergency response chassis. The brake relay valve may have an air flow restriction, which may result in an extended stopping distance. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems."

What should I do if I have this product?

Marion Body Works will notify owners, and Spartan dealers will inspect and replace the valve, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 27, 2019. Owners may contact Marion Body Works customer service at 1-715-754-5261 or Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: SPARTAN. Model: METROSTAR.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)