Recall 14V630 covers 29 2013-2015 Spartan Gladiator and Metrostar emergency vehicles with too-long seat belt buckles. Free repair at any franchised Spartan dealer.
Spartan is recalling 29 2013-2015 Gladiator and Metrostar emergency vehicles because the recall covers seat belts that are too long to properly fit smaller occupants. If the belt does not fit the person in the seat, injury risk increases in a crash, and the Spartan dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The seat belt in a 2013-2015 Spartan Gladiator or Metrostar emergency vehicle is supposed to hold the occupant firmly against the seat during a crash or hard stop. The belt webbing, latch, and anchor points work together so the lap and shoulder portions sit tight against the body instead of leaving loose space.
On affected vehicles, the seat belts installed with certain seats are too long for smaller occupants. When the belt is buckled, the extra length prevents the restraint from fitting as tightly as the federal occupant crash protection standard requires. That slack means the belt does not position a smaller person the way it was designed to during a crash.
There is no warning sign before failure. The issue is fit related, so an owner or fleet operator will not hear a noise, see a warning light, or feel a change in how the vehicle drives.
Who's affected?
Covers Gladiator and Metrostar trucks from the 2013, 2014, and 2015 model years, with seat assembly and seat belt components listed for each model year.
| 2014 Spartan Gladiator | seat assembly |
|---|---|
| 2014 Spartan Gladiator | seat belt |
| 2014 Spartan Metrostar | seat assembly |
| 2014 Spartan Metrostar | seat belt |
| 2013 Spartan Metrostar | seat assembly |
| 2013 Spartan Metrostar | seat belt |
| 2015 Spartan Gladiator | seat assembly |
| 2015 Spartan Gladiator | seat belt |
| 2015 Spartan Metrostar | seat assembly |
| 2015 Spartan Metrostar | seat belt |
| 2013 Spartan Gladiator | seat assembly |
| 2013 Spartan Gladiator | seat belt |
| Units affected | 29 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the seat belt does not fit the occupant correctly, that person faces a higher injury risk in a crash. No warning sign is identified, so confirm the VIN and arrange service if it is included. Repair will be free at any franchised Spartan dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2013-2015 Spartan Gladiator or Metrostar is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Spartan dealer to schedule the free shorter seat belt buckle replacement that corrects the too-long belt fit for smaller occupants.
- Bring the recall notice if Spartan mailed one. If not, reference recall number 14V630 when you call.
- Call Spartan customer service at 1-517-543-6400 with questions about scheduling or owner notice status.
- Use properly fitted restraints for every occupant until the repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Spartan technician replaces the original seat belt buckle with a shorter buckle covered by the recall. Spartan's remedy record says owners were notified and that the repair is provided free of charge. The recall began November 25, 2014. If your VIN is included, ask the service desk to confirm parts availability before bringing the emergency vehicle in, especially if the vehicle is still in active fleet use.
Timeline
| October 8, 2014 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| November 25, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V630?
Recall 14V630 covers 29 2013-2015 Spartan Gladiator and Metrostar emergency vehicles with seat belt buckles that are too long for smaller occupants. A poor belt fit increases injury risk in a crash. Spartan dealers replace the buckle with a shorter buckle for free.
What should I do if my 2013-2015 Spartan Gladiator or Metrostar is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific emergency vehicle is included in recall 14V630. If it is, contact a franchised Spartan dealer to schedule the shorter seat belt buckle replacement. Reference recall 14V630 or Spartan recall 14019 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Spartan dealers replace the seat belt buckle with a shorter buckle free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for vehicles included in recall 14V630.
What is the safety risk in recall 14V630?
The risk is an increased chance of injury in a crash. The affected seat belt buckle is too long for smaller occupants, so the belt does not fit the seat occupant properly. If your VIN is included, schedule the free buckle replacement.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V630000 |
|---|---|
| Spartan customer service | 1-517-543-6400 |
| NHTSA recall # | 14V630 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 14V630000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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