Vehicle recall 12V579000 · December 10, 2012
Spartan Gladiator, Metrostar and 2 more models
The wiper motor shaft and the wiper arm shaft have different sized splines which may cause the windshield wipers to become inoperative.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Spartan Motors Chassis is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Gladiator, Metro Star, Metro Star-X, and Force emergency rescue chassis cabs built between October 1, 2012, through October 31, 2012. The wiper motor shaft and the wiper arm shaft have different sized splines which may cause the windshield wipers to become inoperative.
- Consequence
- If the windshield wipers become inoperative, the driver could have reduced visibility, which may increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Spartan will notify owners and replace the wipers free of charge The safety recall began on January 15, 2013. Owners may contact Spartan at 1-800-543-5008, Option 4.
- Notes
- Spartan's recall campaign number is 12016.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.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 12V579000
- Reported to NHTSA
- December 10, 2012
- Filed by
- Spartan Chassis, Inc.
- Manufacturer campaign
- 12016
- Owner notification
- January 15, 2013
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 36
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Visibility/wiper
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Spartan Force (2013): 2013
- Spartan Gladiator (2012-2013): 2013, 2012
- Spartan Metrostar (2012-2013): 2013, 2012
- Spartan Metrostar-X (2013): 2013
Has your Spartan been repaired?
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NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A Spartan dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.