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Spartan Fire Gladiator Recall 21V252: Power Steering Can Fail, Raising Crash Risk

NHTSA campaign 21V252, reported April 10, 2021, 243 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Pressure can build inside the power steering pump and break its shaft seal. When that happens, the power steering assist is lost, so the steering becomes much harder to turn, which can increase the risk of a crash.

The remedy is free. Authorized dealers will install a new power steering pump at no charge. Spartan Fire will also notify owners directly. You can contact Spartan Fire customer service at 1-517-543-6400 with questions. Check your vehicle's VIN for open recalls to confirm whether your vehicle is affected.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 21V252Spartan Fire, LLC
Component
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:PUMP
Problem
Spartan Fire, LLC (Spartan Fire) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Spartan Fire Gladiator and MetroStar 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.
Remedy
Spartan Fire will notify owners, and dealers will provide a new power steering pump, free of charge. The recall began on June 4, 2021. Owners may contact Spartan Fire customer service at 1-517-543-6400.
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.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

Spartan Fire Gladiator201920202021
Spartan Fire Metrostar201920202021