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,…
2017 Spartan MetrostarProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 1 owner complaint about the 2017 Spartan Metrostar, most often about the air bags. It is covered by 13 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 July 29, 2021. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2017 Spartan Metrostar has problems
1 complaint grouped by the system owners reported.
1Air bags
1Seat belts
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Air bags | 1 | 0 |
| Seat belts | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
13 recalls
2017 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 · 2019 Q2
Exterior lighting: brake lights
Risk. If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.
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repaired · 2020 Q2
Service brakes, air
Risk. A delay in the brakes releasing may hinder vehicle movement, increasing the risk of a crash.
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 · 2020 Q1
Exterior lighting: brake lights
Risk. If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.
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 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.
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
2017 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
In owners' words
What Metrostar owners report
Recent air bags complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Vehicle is a 2017 Spartan Custom Fire Engine. Since just after purchase of the vehicle it has had Supplemental Restraint Warning issues including an air bag light on startup. Dealership has worked on system multiple times and has attempted multiple "fixes" from Spartan including installing brackets…
Own a 2017 Metrostar?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.