NHTSA Campaign 21V618000
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:PUMP
Issued by Custom Fire Apparatus, Inc. · Reported Aug 6, 2021 · 8 vehicles affected
What's wrong
Custom Fire Apparatus, Inc. (Custom Fire) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Spartan Gladiator and Metrostar emergency vehicles. Pressure may build in the power steering pump and break the shaft seal, resulting in a loss of power steering assist.
Consequence
A loss of power steering assist may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Spartan will remove and replace the power steering pump, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a schedule for recall notification. Owners may contact Custom Fire's customer service at 1-715-294-2555.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| CUSTOM FIRE | SPARTAN GLADIATOR | 2019 | 8 |
| CUSTOM FIRE | SPARTAN GLADIATOR | 2020 | 8 |
| CUSTOM FIRE | SPARTAN GLADIATOR | 2021 | 8 |
| CUSTOM FIRE | SPARTAN METROSTAR | 2019 | 8 |
| CUSTOM FIRE | SPARTAN METROSTAR | 2020 | 8 |
| CUSTOM FIRE | SPARTAN METROSTAR | 2021 | 8 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 21V618000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.