Recall 18V424000: 2009–2018 Spartan Gladiator, 2009–2018 Spartan Metrostar
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Jun 25, 2018
- Vehicles affected
- 1,243
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2009-2018 Gladiator and MetroStar emergency vehicles. The fire water pump solenoid may corrode internally, causing a loss of power to the pump control module.
The risk
A loss of power to the pump control module can cause a loss of water pressure for fighting fires, thereby increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the solenoids, free of charge. The recall began on August 7, 2018. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. Spartan's number for this recall is 18019.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2009 Spartan Gladiator
- 2010 Spartan Gladiator
- 2011 Spartan Gladiator
- 2012 Spartan Gladiator
- 2013 Spartan Gladiator
- 2014 Spartan Gladiator
- 2015 Spartan Gladiator
- 2016 Spartan Gladiator
- 2017 Spartan Gladiator
- 2018 Spartan Gladiator
- 2009 Spartan Metrostar
- 2010 Spartan Metrostar
- 2011 Spartan Metrostar
- 2012 Spartan Metrostar
- 2013 Spartan Metrostar
- 2014 Spartan Metrostar
- 2015 Spartan Metrostar
- 2016 Spartan Metrostar
- 2017 Spartan Metrostar
- 2018 Spartan Metrostar
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 18V424000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 18019
- Manufacturer
- Spartan Motors USA
- Owner letters
- Aug 7, 2018
- Components
- Electrical system (Electrical System)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology