CarRecallWatch- Component
- PARKING BRAKE
- Problem
- Custom Fire Apparatus, Inc (Custom Fire) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Spartan Gladiator, MetroStar, and FC-94 emergency vehicles. A defect in the inversion valve may delay the park brake setting after engagement, which could allow the vehicle to move unintentionally.
- Risk
- Unintentional vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
- Remedy
- Custom Fire will inspect and replace the faulty inversion valve, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 16, 2023. Owners may contact Custom Fire customer service at 1-715-294-2555. Custom Fire's number for this recall is 23V-631/TC 2023-512.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
Certain emergency vehicles have a defect in the inversion valve that may delay the parking brake from setting after it is engaged. As a result, the vehicle could move unintentionally.
Unintended vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash or injury. Owners should stop using the vehicle until the issue is checked if they have any concern about the parking brake holding.
The repair is free. Custom Fire will inspect the inversion valve and replace it if necessary at an authorized dealer. Owners can contact Custom Fire customer service at 1-715-294-2555, referencing recall numbers 23V-631 or TC 2023-512, and should check their VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Spartan Fire FC-94 | 2021202220232024 |
|---|---|
| Spartan Fire Gladiator | 2021202220232024 |
| Spartan Fire Metrostar | 2021202220232024 |