Park brake control air line may loosen
Defect Summary
Spartan motors usa (spartan) is recalling certain 2019-2020 fire gladiator and metrostar emergency vehicles. the park brake control line may loosen and separate, possibly causing the park brake to be unintentionally applied.
Safety Consequence
If the park brake is applied while the vehicle is in motion, the vehicle may suddenly decelerate and experience a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the fitting control line, as necessary, free of charge. the recall began march 26, 2020. owners may contact spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. spartan's number for this recall is 20005.
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Other recalls from Spartan Fire, Llc or involving Parking Brake.
FAQ: Recall 20V138000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 20V138000?
NHTSA recall 20V138000 was issued by Spartan Fire, Llc on March 10, 2020. It addresses: Park brake control air line may loosen. The recall affects approximately 86 vehicles, with the defect involving the Parking Brake component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Spartan Fire, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 20V138000 or the manufacturer campaign number 20-05. 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.