Possible inadvertant airbag deployment
Defect Summary
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 Consequence
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.
Corrective Action
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.
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FAQ: Recall 13V266000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 13V266000?
NHTSA recall 13V266000 was issued by Shyft Group on June 26, 2013. It addresses: Possible inadvertant airbag deployment. The recall affects approximately 70 vehicles, with the defect involving the Air Bags component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Shyft Group dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 13V266000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.