If your 2024 Spartan Fire Metrostar VIN is in recall 25V009, Marion Body Works will inspect and replace the cab tilt cylinder for free.
Marion Body Works is recalling 2 2024 Spartan Fire Metrostar vehicles because a missing mechanical stop can let the cab tilt cylinder overextend. Overextension can cause the cab to drop and increase the risk of injury, and the free recall repair is available through Marion Body Works.
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What's wrong?
The cab tilt cylinder on the 2024 Marion Body Works Spartan Fire Metrostar is the lift part that raises and supports the cab during service access. It lets technicians tilt the cab forward so they can reach chassis and engine-area components, then keeps that movement within its designed travel.
On the affected vehicles, the cylinder was built without the mechanical stop that limits travel. Because the extended cylinder dimension was not controlled, the cylinder can travel past its intended range during a cab-tilting event. That overextension can damage or fail the cab tilt cylinder.
There is no warning sign before failure. A normal-looking cylinder or a normal tilt operation does not rule out the defect. The corrected replacement cylinder includes the missing mechanical stop.
Who's affected?
| 2024 Marion Body Works Spartan Fire Metrostar | Hoses/cables/rods/gears/strut/cylinder |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 2 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 2 field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific truck.
What's the safety risk?
Overextension of the cab tilt cylinder can let the cab drop without warning, increasing the risk of injury to anyone working near it. Keep people clear of the cab tilt area and schedule the inspection soon. Repair is free at any franchised Marion Body Works dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2024 Marion Body Works Spartan Fire Metrostar is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Marion Body Works dealer to schedule the free inspection and cab-tilt-cylinder repair that addresses the missing mechanical stop.
- Call Marion Body Works customer service at 1-715-754-5261 with questions, and reference recall number 25V009 when you call.
- Bring the recall notice if Marion Body Works mailed one.
- Keep clear of the cab tilt area until the inspection and repair are complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Marion Body Works technician inspects the cab tilt cylinder for the missing mechanical stop condition and replaces the cylinder if the inspection shows it is needed. The work follows Spartan Motors instructions, and parts and labor are free under the recall. Because the remedy is available, affected owners can arrange the inspection and any cylinder replacement through Marion Body Works or the servicing dealer handling the recall.
Timeline
| January 15, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 15, 2025 | Dealer notification began |
| January 15, 2025 | Dealer notification ended |
| January 15, 2025 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| January 15, 2025 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| January 27, 2025 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V009?
Recall 25V009 covers 2 2024 Marion Body Works Spartan Fire Metrostar vehicles with a missing mechanical stop that lets the cab tilt cylinder overextend. That overextension can cause the cab to drop and increase injury risk. Dealers will inspect and replace the cylinder as necessary for free.
What should I do if my 2024 Marion Body Works Spartan Fire Metrostar is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 25V009. If it is, contact a Marion Body Works dealer to schedule the cab tilt cylinder inspection. Reference recall number 25V009 when you call. The inspection and needed cylinder replacement are free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Marion Body Works dealers will inspect the cab tilt cylinder and replace it as necessary free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is injury from a cab that drops after the cab tilt cylinder overextends. The defect involves a missing mechanical stop. If your VIN is included, arrange the free dealer inspection and cylinder replacement before relying on the cab tilt system.
When were owners notified about recall 25V009?
Marion Body Works mailed owner notification letters on January 27, 2025. If you own a 2024 Spartan Fire Metrostar and did not receive a letter, check your VIN and call Marion Body Works customer service at 1-715-754-5261 with recall number 25V009.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V009000 |
|---|---|
| Marion Body Works customer service | 1-715-754-5261 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V009 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V009000 |
Source documents
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →