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SevereNHTSA·19V874000·Announced 2019-12-10

Spartan Emergency Response Vehicles Recalled for Brake Valve Defect

Marion Body Works is recalling 2018-2019 Spartan Gladiator and Metro Star emergency response chassis because a brake relay valve defect may cause extended stopping distances.

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 in the braking system that results in extended stopping distances and an increased risk of crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Marion Body Works Inc. is recalling certain 2018-2019 Spartan Gladiator and Metro Star emergency response chassis. The recall addresses a defect in the brake relay valve, which may have an air flow restriction. This issue can result in an extended stopping distance, causing the vehicles to fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems."

If additional distance is needed to stop the vehicle, there is an increased risk of crash. The recall began on December 27, 2019.

Marion Body Works will notify owners, and Spartan dealers will inspect and replace the valve, as necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact Marion Body Works customer service at 1-715-754-5261 or Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

The recalled product

Product
SPARTAN METROSTAR, GLADIATOR
Brand
SPARTAN
Manufacturer
Marion Body Works Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Emergency Response Chassis
Hazard
Affected units
2

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 (2)

  • METROSTAR
  • GLADIATOR

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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