NHTSA Recall 24V453000
Filed by Spartan Fire, LLC. Component: Service Brakes, Air. Reported 2024-06-18. An estimated 17 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Spartan Fire, LLC (Spartan Fire) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Gladiator and 2018-2019 Metro Star fire trucks. The service brake may take longer than expected to engage. As such, these vehicles may fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 121, "Air Brake Systems."
Risk
A delayed brake engagement can extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
What the manufacturer will do
Dealers will inspect and either replace the fittings and plumbing or the quick release valve as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 5, 2024. Owners may contact Spartan Fire customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan Fire's number for this recall is 24009.
Manufacturer campaign number: 24009
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.