NHTSA Recall 17V294000: Parking brake
Spartan Motors USA reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 18 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Spartan Gladiator.
| NHTSA campaign | 17V294000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 17009 |
| Component | PARKING BRAKE |
| Report received | May 1, 2017 |
| Owner notification | May 22, 2017 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2008-2017 Gladiator and MetroStar emergency response vehicles equipped with a supplemental park brake system (SPBS). The directions to activate the SPBS incorrectly state to "Pull" the actuation knob, when it should say "Push."
Safety 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 roll, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Spartan will notify owners and supply a new actuator control knob with the correct directions, free of charge. The recall began on May 22, 2017. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan's number for this recall is 17009.
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 17V294000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Spartan Gladiator | 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 |
| Spartan Metrostar | 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 |
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.