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- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Problem
- Spartan Fire, LLC is recalling certain 2009-2021 Gladiator and MetroStar emergency vehicles. The fire water pump solenoid may corrode internally, causing a loss of power to the pump control module.
- Risk
- A loss of power to the pump control module can cause a loss of water pressure for fighting fires, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace suspect solenoids, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 9, 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.
What this recall means for you
Certain 2009-2012 Spartan Fire Gladiator and MetroStar emergency vehicles may have a fire water pump solenoid that can corrode internally. When this happens, the pump control module can lose power, which can cause a loss of water pressure needed to fight fires.
A loss of water pressure during firefighting increases the risk of injury to firefighters and others on scene. Owners should treat this as a safety issue for the pump system and have their vehicle checked.
The repair is free. Contact Spartan Fire customer service at 1-517-543-6400 or take the vehicle to an authorized dealer, who will replace the suspect solenoid at no charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 9, 2021. You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Spartan Fire Gladiator | 2009201020112012201320142015201620172018201920202021 |
|---|---|
| Spartan Fire Metrostar | 2009201020112012201320142015201620172018201920202021 |