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- EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:BOOM/CRANE/LADDER:CRITICAL FASTENERS
- Problem
- Spartan Fire, LLC (Spartan) is recalling certain 2021-2023, 2025 Spartan Fire Legend, 2007, 2015-2026 Star Series, and 2019-2020 UST Body emergency vehicles. A handle may detach from the ladder lock assembly, allowing the ground ladders to fall off.
- Risk
- A detached handle or ladder can become a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the rod and handle as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 2, 2026. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan's number for this recall is 26001.
What this recall means for you
A handle on the ladder lock assembly may detach, which can allow ground ladders to fall off the vehicle. Affected emergency vehicles include certain Spartan Fire Star Series and UST Body units.
A detached handle or ladder can land on the roadway and become a hazard to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Authorized dealers will inspect the ladder lock assembly and replace the rod and handle as needed, at no charge to you. Owner notification letters were mailed February 2, 2026. You can also contact Spartan Fire customer service at 1-517-543-6400 (recall number 26001), and check your vehicle's VIN for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Spartan Fire Legend Series | 2021202220232025 |
|---|---|
| Spartan Fire Star Series | 2007201520162017201820192020202120222023202420252026 |
| Spartan Fire UST Body | 20192020 |