repaired · 2021 Q1
Supply: reservoir/tank
Risk. 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,…
2012 Spartan GladiatorProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 0 owner complaints about the 2012 Spartan Gladiator. It is covered by 24 safety recalls, and for recall 18V-350 the manufacturer reports only 1% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 19, 2019. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2012 Spartan Gladiator has problems
0 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
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Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
24 recalls
2012 Spartan Gladiator recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2021 Q1
Supply: reservoir/tank
Risk. 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,…
repaired · 2020 Q3
Equipment
Risk. If the aerial device becomes unstable, the device may fall, increasing the risk of an injury.
repaired · 2020 Q2
Service brakes, air
Risk. A delay in the brakes releasing may hinder vehicle movement, increasing the risk of a crash.
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repaired · 2020 Q1
Equipment
Risk. If the EMS cabinets become loose during a crash, the cabinets may become projectiles, increasing the risk of injury.
repaired · 2019 Q4
Electrical system: wiring
Risk. If the battery positive cable arcs, it can increase the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2019 Q4
Electrical system
Risk. A loss of power to the pump control module can cause a loss of water pressure for fighting fires, thereby increasing the risk of injury.
repaired · 2019 Q3
Service brakes, air
Risk. A loss of air to the air brake system could increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2018 Q4
Electrical system: starter assembly
Risk. A starter motor that overheats may increase the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2018 Q3
Parking brake
Risk. If the operator follows the incorrect directions and believes that the supplemental front park brake is applied when it is not, the vehicle may unexpectedly…
repaired · 2018 Q2
Front: control arm
Risk. A separated ball joint can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2018 Q1
Hydraulic power assist: pump
Risk. An intermittent loss of power steering assist could increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2017 Q4
Service brakes, air
Risk. If a longer distance is needed to stop the vehicle there would be an increased risk of a crash.
repaired · 2018 Q1
Steering
Risk. If the steering locks, there could be a loss of control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2018 Q1
Structure: frame and members
Risk. If the front splay rails crack, they may separate, causing the cab to collapse when it is being raised, increasing the risk of injury to those nearby.
repaired · 2017 Q1
Structure: frame and members
Risk. The supporting frame could fail to support the aerial device, allowing it to fall and strike and injure a bystander, become a road hazard, or startle the…
repaired · 2016 Q4
Tires: valve
Risk. If the valve stems rub against the brake caliper, a hole may develop causing the tire to deflate suddenly, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2016 Q4
Cooling system: fan
Risk. If the cab is raised, such as during a repair, and the engine cooling fan is operating and comes apart, those in close proximity could be injured from the…
repaired · 2016 Q1
Cooling system: fan
Risk. If the hood to the vehicle is open, such as during a repair, and the engine cooling fan is operating and comes apart, those in close proximity could be injured…
repaired · 2016 Q2
Automatic transmission: cooling unit and lines
Risk. If the engine coolant mixes with the transmission fluid, the transmission may not shift properly, increasing the risk of a crash.
no report yet
Air bags
Risk. An inadvertent air bag deployment could result in personal injury or increase the risk of a crash.
no report yet
Visibility/wiper
Risk. If the windshield wipers become inoperative, the driver could have reduced visibility, which may increase the risk of a crash.
no report yet
Engine and engine cooling
Risk. IF THIS OCCURS AND CAB IS IN THE RAISED POSITION, THE SEPARATION COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY.
no report yet
Electronic stability control (ESC)
Risk. THIS MIGHT CAUSE THE ESC TO PERCEIVE AN OVER STEERING SITUATION AND THEREFORE APPLY THE FRONT AXLE OUTER WHEEL SERVICE BRAKE UNTIL THE VEHICLE IS PERCEIVED TO…
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Spartan.
Best & worst years
2012 vs. every other Gladiator year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Gladiator median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
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