2012 Spartan Furion problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2012 Spartan Furion — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

NHTSA complaints

Recalls

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Fires reported

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How does 2012 compare to other Furion years?

Furion NHTSA complaints by model year, 2012 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2012 Spartan Furion have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

15V403000EngineJune 24, 2015 · 1,599 units

Defect

Spartan Motors, Inc. (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2010-2015 Furion, Gladiator, and Metrostar emergency response vehicles manufactured November 10, 2009, to June 16, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the engine cooling fan may crack and the fan blades may detach while the fan is spinning.

Consequence

If the cab is raised, such as during a repair, and the engine cooling fan is operating and comes apart, those in close proximity could be injured from the shattered parts.

Remedy

Spartan will notify the vehicle manufacturers that purchased the affected emergency vehicle chassis, and their dealers will install a new engine cooling fan, free of charge. The recall began on August 19, 2015. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan's number for this recall is 15011.

2012 Spartan Furion — common questions

Is the 2012 Spartan Furion reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2012 Spartan Furion have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2012 Spartan Furion. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

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 2012 compare to other Furion years?

Does the 2012 Spartan Furion have recalls?

2012 Spartan Furion — common questions

Is the 2012 Spartan Furion reliable?

Does the 2012 Spartan Furion have recalls?

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