Recall 21V899000: 2021–2022 Spartan Fire FC-94, 2020–2022 Spartan Fire Gladiator, 2020–2022 Spartan Fire Metrostar
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Nov 18, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- 260
- Models
- 3
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Spartan Fire, LLC (Spartan Fire) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Gladiator, MetroStar and FC-94 emergency vehicles. The rear axle drive pinion may fracture.
The risk
A fractured drive pinion may contact the brake drop hose, and unintentionally engage the parking brake or activate the brake lights, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Meritor will inspect and replace the drive pinion, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 3, 2022. Owners may contact Spartan Fire customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan Fire's number for this recall is 21016.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2021 Spartan Fire FC-94
- 2022 Spartan Fire FC-94
- 2020 Spartan Fire Gladiator
- 2021 Spartan Fire Gladiator
- 2022 Spartan Fire Gladiator
- 2020 Spartan Fire Metrostar
- 2021 Spartan Fire Metrostar
- 2022 Spartan Fire Metrostar
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 21V899000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 21016
- Manufacturer
- Spartan Fire, LLC
- Owner letters
- Jan 3, 2022
- Components
- Power train:axle assembly (Transmission & Drivetrain)
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