NHTSA recall campaign
23V192000
ManufacturerSpartan Fire, LLCReported2023-03-23Affected12 vehicles
What was wrong
Defect
Spartan Fire, LLC (Spartan Fire) is recalling certain 2020, 2022 and 2023 Gladiator and 2023 MetroStar vehicles. The front-drive steer axle fasteners may loosen, resulting in a complete separation of the axle assembly joints.
Risk
Steer axle assembly separation can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the pro-torque nut keeper on the steer axle assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 10, 2023. Owners may contact Spartan Fire customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan Fire's number for this recall is 23009.
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