NHTSA Recall 15V547000: Visibility: rearview mirrors/devices
Spartan Motors USA reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 322 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Spartan Gladiator.
| NHTSA campaign | 15V547000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 15016 |
| Component | VISIBILITY › REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES |
| Report received | September 1, 2015 |
| Owner notification | October 30, 2015 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2008-2010 Gladiator, and MetroStar emergency vehicles manufactured December 12, 2008, to August 6, 2010. The affected vehicles have mirror lenses that may fall off due to vibration.
Safety risk
If the mirror lens comes loose and and falls out, the driver's ability to see objects in the mirror would be impaired, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will install a new mirror assembly, free of charge. The recall began on October 30, 2015. Owners may contact Spartan cutomer service at 1-800-582-3454. Spartan's number for this recall is 15016.
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 15V547000
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.