CarRecallWatchThe 2021 Spartan Fire Gladiator has 16 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
2021 Spartan Fire Gladiator recalls
Parking Brake May Delay Setting, Allowing Vehicle to Roll
Certain emergency vehicles have a defect in the inversion valve that may delay the parking brake from setting after it is engaged.
Parking Brake May Engage Late, Allowing Unintended Movement
The inversion valve in the parking brake system of certain fire emergency vehicles may delay parking brake engagement.
Rope rescue anchor ring may detach, risking injury
The rope rescue anchor point, a hoist ring, may have been improperly assembled.
Steering tie rods may separate, causing loss of steering
Certain fire trucks have tie rod clamps that may have been improperly heat-treated.
Steering Tie Rods May Separate, Causing Loss of Steering
Certain emergency vehicles built on these chassis have tie rod clamps that may have been improperly heat-treated.
Loose Neutral Connection Can Overheat and Cause Fire
A loose neutral screw connection inside the QO Plug-On Neutral Load Center may be present in certain 2020 and 2021 Spartan Fire Gladiator and MetroStar fire trucks.
Emergency Lights May Fail, Reducing Visibility
These fire trucks have an extra resistor installed incorrectly on a circuit board.
Rear axle pinion may fracture, risking unintended parking brake engagement
The rear axle drive pinion in certain 2021-2022 Spartan Fire Gladiator and MetroStar vehicles may fracture.
Fuel tubes may crack, causing a fuel leak and fire risk
The fuel tubes that carry diesel from the fuel rail to the injectors for cylinders four, five, and six can fatigue and crack over time.
Axle Pinion May Crack, Risking Unintended Braking
The rear axle drive pinion on certain emergency vehicles may fracture.
Fire Pump Solenoid May Corrode, Losing Water Pressure
Certain emergency fire vehicles have a pump shift solenoid that can corrode internally.
Power Steering Pump May Fail, Causing Loss of Steering Assist
Pressure can build inside the power steering pump on these Spartan Fire Gladiator and MetroStar vehicles.
Fire Pump Can Lose Water Pressure During Firefighting
Certain 2009-2012 Spartan Fire Gladiator and MetroStar emergency vehicles may have a fire water pump solenoid that can corrode internally.
Power Steering Can Fail, Raising Crash Risk
Pressure can build inside the power steering pump and break its shaft seal.
Loose Steering Bolts Can Cause Loss of Steering Control
Steering gear mounting bolts in certain 2019-2021 Spartan Fire Gladiator and MetroStar vehicles may become loose and back out.
Emergency Vehicle Display May Lock Up or Go Blank
The LCD display that controls emergency vehicle lighting and HVAC functions may experience low voltage spikes, causing the screen to lock up or stop working.
2021 Spartan Fire Gladiator questions
Does the 2021 Spartan Fire Gladiator have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 16 safety recalls for the 2021 Spartan Fire Gladiator: Parking Brake May Delay Setting, Allowing Vehicle to Roll; Parking Brake May Engage Late, Allowing Unintended Movement; Rope rescue anchor ring may detach, risking injury; Steering tie rods may separate, causing loss of steering; Steering Tie Rods May Separate, Causing Loss of Steering. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
How do I check if a recall on my 2021 Spartan Fire Gladiator has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.