2008 Spartan Adv Problems: 0 Complaints, 2 Recalls

The worst 2008 Spartan Adv problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.

Air bagsReported September 14, 2009 · 239 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Spartan is recalling certain model year 2006 through 2009 adv, dia, gld, and mtr fire truck cab and chassis vehicles manufactured between january 16, 2006 and august 10, 2009 and equipped with the rolltek supplemental side restraint system. The side air bags associated with the supplemental restraint system may inadvertently deploy due to fluid intrusion into the control modules.
Risk: Inadvertent deployment of the air bag could result in injury to out of position occupants and possibly result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy: Spartan is working with the vehicle manufactures to identify vehicles that may contain the defect. The affected vehicles will be repaired by spartan free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about october 5, 2009. Owners may contact their vehicle manufacturer or spartan chassis toll-free at 1‑800‑543‑5008.

Recall number 09V352000 · Recall details

Service brakes, air: supply: quick release valveReported May 28, 2009 · 484 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Spartan is recalling 484 model years 2008-2010 adv, bey, fur, glc, gld, k2, k3, mg, mm, mtr, and nvs fire truck, ambulance, and motor home chassis manufactured between july 1 and december 16, 2008 equipped with certain haldex quick release valves (qrv). The rubber diaphragm inside the qrv may experience delamination resulting in significant levels of air pressure leakage past and/or through the diaphragm, or the development of a bubble in the diaphragm which may trap air pressure in the valve and not allow the service brakes to release.
Risk: Malfunction of the air brake system could result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy: Each vehicle manufacturer will provide a remedy plan and notification schedule. The affected vehicles will be repaired without charge to the owners. Owners may contact their vehicle manufacturer or spartan chassis toll-free at 1‑800‑543‑4277.

Recall number 09V184000 · Recall details

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

Used buying checklistWhat to check on a 2008 Spartan Adv before you buy

Is the 2008 Spartan Adv reliable?

Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2008 Spartan Adv.

What is the most common problem with the 2008 Spartan Adv?

There are not enough complaints to tell.

How many recalls does the 2008 Spartan Adv have?

2 recalls, covering air bags and service brakes, air.

See the problems and recalls for an exact car

Check the exact car before you pay: accidents, salvage or flood titles, odometer readings and previous owners.