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,…
2014 Spartan MetrostarProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 0 owner complaints about the 2014 Spartan Metrostar. It is covered by 21 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 2014 Spartan Metrostar 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.
21 recalls
2014 Spartan Metrostar 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 Q4
Steering: hydraulic power assist system
Risk. A loss of power steering assist increases the risk of a crash.
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
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 · 2019 Q1
Equipment
Risk. A reduction in water pressure may hinder fire fighting efforts, increasing the risk of injury.
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 Q1
Hydraulic power assist: pump
Risk. An intermittent loss of power steering assist could increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2017 Q2
Equipment
Risk. If there is an incorrect reading of agent in the tank, it can increase the risk of injury to the fire fighter if the tank unexpectedly runs out of agent.
repaired · 2017 Q1
Power train: axle assembly
Risk. If the hex nuts are not tightened to specification, the driveshaft may disconnect from the drive axle, resulting in a loss of propulsion and increasing the…
repaired · 2017 Q1
Equipment
Risk. If the vehicle unexpectedly shifts to neutral on the way to attend a fire, the delay may hinder fire fighting efforts.
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 · 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 Q2
Steering: linkages
Risk. If the steering linkage separates, a loss of steering control would occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2016 Q2
Service brakes, air
Risk. The reduced air pressure levels may reduce braking performance and/or the parking brakes could reapply, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2016 Q1
Seat belts
Risk. If the seat belt does not properly fit the seat occupant, the seat occupant has an increased risk of being injured in the event of a crash.
repaired · 2015 Q4
Equipment
Risk. A surge in engine speed can cause increased water pressure at the end of a fire hose, increasing the risk of personal injury.
repaired · 2015 Q4
Fuel system, diesel
Risk. If the engine stalls unexpectedly, there is an increased risk of a crash.
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
2014 vs. every other Metrostar 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 Metrostar median. How we score
'91'92'93'94'95'96'97'98'99'00'01'02'03'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
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