NHTSA Recall 13V266000: Air bags: sensor/control module-inactive and electrical system
Spartan Motors, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 70 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Spartan Gladiator.
| NHTSA campaign | 13V266000 |
|---|---|
| Components | AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Report received | June 26, 2013 |
| Owner notification | July 19, 2013 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Spartan Motors Chassis, Inc. (Spartan Chassis) is recalling certain model year 2013 Metro Star and Gladiator emergency vehicles manufactured August 7, 2012, through June 6, 2013. Due to electrical signal fluctuations, the circuits in the restraints control module may become damaged. If damaged, the airbag or seat belt pretensioner may inadvertently deploy.
Safety risk
If the seatbelt pretensioner or the air bag inadvertently deploys while driving, it may result in personal injury or increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Spartan Chassis will notify owners, and dealers will add a suppression device to reduce electrical signal fluctuations, free of charge. The recall began on July 19, 2013. Owners may contact Spartan Chassis at 1-517-543-6400.
Notes
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 13V266000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.