NHTSA Recall 21V618000
Filed by Custom Fire Apparatus, Inc.. Component: Steering. Reported 2021-08-06. An estimated 8 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
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.
Risk
A loss of power steering assist may increase the risk of a crash.
What the manufacturer will do
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.
Manufacturer campaign number: 21V-252
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.