Recall 19V523000: 2014–2020 Spartan Metrostar and 1 other model
- Report received
- Jul 12, 2019
- Manufacturer
- Spartan Motors USA
- Potentially affected
- 234vehicles
- Model years
- 2014–2020
Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
What NHTSA recorded
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2014-2020 Emergency Response Gladiator and MetroStar vehicles equipped with an independent front suspension and Koni shocks. The front shocks may separate from their upper mount on the front suspension. The loose shock may contact and damage the steering gear housing, possibly causing a steering fluid leak and a loss of power steering assist.
Possible consequence
A loss of power steering assist increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will install new shock bolts, and shims if necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 20, 2019. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. Spartan's number for this recall is 19015.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 2014 Spartan Gladiator2 complaints
- 2015 Spartan Gladiator0 complaints
- 2016 Spartan Gladiator0 complaints
- 2017 Spartan Gladiator0 complaints
- 2018 Spartan Gladiator0 complaints
- 2019 Spartan Gladiator0 complaints
- 2020 Spartan Gladiator1 complaints
- 2014 Spartan Metrostar0 complaints
- 2015 Spartan Metrostar0 complaints
- 2016 Spartan Metrostar0 complaints
- 2017 Spartan Metrostar1 complaints
- 2018 Spartan Metrostar0 complaints
- 2019 Spartan Metrostar0 complaints
- 2020 Spartan Metrostar0 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.