NHTSA recall campaign
21V618000
ManufacturerCustom Fire Apparatus, Inc.Reported2021-08-06Affected8 vehicles
What was wrong
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.
Manufacturer 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.
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