RECALLS — SPARTAN STAR SERIES
Spartan Star Series recalls
Spartan Star Series model years 2011–2023 covered by at least one recall campaign. Pick a year to see the Canadian and U.S. campaigns side by side.
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U.S. NHTSA campaigns are listed on each year page, where they are queried live by model year. The Canadian list below covers every year together.
Transport Canada recalls
02- Structure#2025720
17 units affected
Issue: On certain fire trucks, the ladder lock handle may not have been assembled properly. As a result, the handle could become loose and detach from the ladder lock. If this happens, the ladder(s) could fall from the vehicle. Safety Risk: A ladder that falls from a vehicle could create a road hazard for others and increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: Spartan Fire will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your truck to an authorized service facility to inspect and, if necessary, replace the ladder lock handle.
- Other#2013278
14 units affected
On certain fire trucks, pins which hold the ladder in place may loosen over time. This could allow the ladder arm to deploy without warning. As such, the ladder could strike another vehicle or a bystander, causing property damage and/or personal injury. Correction: Dealers will secure the ladder pins by installing spacers and locking nuts.
Canadian data updated August 24, 2026
Does this recall apply to my vehicle?
Matched by make, model, and model year. Many recalls affect only specific VIN ranges — confirm with your dealer using your full VIN.
What to do
Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer in both countries. To confirm a recall applies to your specific vehicle, contact your manufacturer or dealer with your full VIN, or use the official channel:
- NHTSA recall lookup (search by VIN) — U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
- Defects and recalls database — Transport Canada