2010 Spartan Fire Gladiator problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2010 Spartan Fire Gladiator — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 2 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

NHTSA complaints

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Fires reported

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NCAP overall

How does 2010 compare to other Gladiator years?

Gladiator NHTSA complaints by model year, 2010 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2010 Spartan Fire Gladiator have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

21V567000OtherJuly 26, 2021 · 52 units

Defect

Marion Body Works Inc. is recalling certain 2009-2021 Gladiator and MetroStar emergency vehicles. The pump shift solenoid may corrode internally, causing a loss of power to the pump control module.

Consequence

A loss of power to the pump control module can cause a loss of water pressure for fighting fires, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the solenoids, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 13, 2021. Owners may contact Marion Body Works customer service at 1-715-754-5261. Marion Body Works number for this recall is 21V-329.

21V329000Electrical SystemMay 10, 2021 · 2,130 units

Defect

Spartan Fire, LLC is recalling certain 2009-2021 Gladiator and MetroStar emergency vehicles. The fire water pump solenoid may corrode internally, causing a loss of power to the pump control module.

Consequence

A loss of power to the pump control module can cause a loss of water pressure for fighting fires, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will replace suspect solenoids, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 9, 2021. Owners may contact Spartan Fire customer service at 1-517-543-6400.

2010 Spartan Fire Gladiator — common questions

Is the 2010 Spartan Fire Gladiator reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 2 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2010 Spartan Fire Gladiator have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2010 Spartan Fire Gladiator. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Spartan Fire Gladiator years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Gladiator years to avoid are 2014, 2015, 2016, 2012, 2018, 2019, 2017, 2013. The cleanest record among Gladiator years belongs to 2026.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.

How does 2010 compare to other Gladiator years?

Does the 2010 Spartan Fire Gladiator have recalls?

2010 Spartan Fire Gladiator — common questions

Is the 2010 Spartan Fire Gladiator reliable?

Does the 2010 Spartan Fire Gladiator have recalls?

Which Spartan Fire Gladiator years should you avoid?

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