The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·18V647000·Announced 2018-09-19

Spartan Metrostar Emergency Vehicles Recalled for Wheel Stud Defect

Spartan Motors is recalling 2018-2019 Metrostar emergency vehicles because improperly heat-treated wheel studs may fail, potentially causing the wheel to detach.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (wheel studs) that can lead to wheel detachment and a crash, which meets the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Spartan Motors USA is recalling certain 2018-2019 Spartan Metrostar emergency vehicles. The recall addresses a defect where wheel studs may not have been properly heat treated, which can cause them to fail.

If enough of the improperly heat-treated studs fail on the same steer axle hub, the wheel may detach, increasing the risk of a crash. The recall began on June 26, 2018.

All affected vehicles have already been repaired, so owner notification letters will not be mailed. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 for more information.

The recalled product

Product
SPARTAN METROSTAR
Brand
SPARTAN
Manufacturer
Spartan Motors USA
Category
Vehicle — Emergency Vehicle
Hazard
Affected units
4

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • METROSTAR

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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