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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 24V453000

2019 Spartan Fire Gladiator | 2018 Spartan Fire Gladiator | 2017 Spartan Fire Gladiator | 2019 Spartan Fire Metrostar | 2018 Spartan Fire Metrostar — Service brakes, air

Published June 20, 2024 · Recall initiated: June 18, 2024

Summary

NHTSA records recall 24V453000, published June 20, 2024 and initiated June 18, 2024. Recalling firm: Spartan Fire, LLC; 2019 Spartan Fire Gladiator | 2018 Spartan Fire Gladiator | 2017 Spartan Fire Gladiator | 2019 Spartan Fire Metrostar | 2018 Spartan Fire Metrostar — Service brakes, air.

What's the hazard

Spartan Fire, LLC (Spartan Fire) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Gladiator and 2018-2019 Metro Star fire trucks. The service brake may take longer than expected to engage. As such, these vehicles may fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 121, "Air Brake Systems."

What to do

Dealers will inspect and either replace the fittings and plumbing or the quick release valve as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 5, 2024. Owners may contact Spartan Fire customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan Fire's number for this recall is 24009.

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Recall details

Brand
SPARTAN FIRE
Model
GLADIATOR
Manufacturer
Spartan Fire, LLC
Lot
2019 SPARTAN FIRE GLADIATOR | 2018 SPARTAN FIRE GLADIATOR | 2017 SPARTAN FIRE GLADIATOR | 2019 SPARTAN FIRE METROSTAR | 2018 SPARTAN FIRE METROSTAR
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2019 Spartan Fire Gladiator | 2018 Spartan Fire Gladiator | 2017 Spartan Fire Gladiator | 2019 Spartan Fire Metrostar | 2018 Spartan Fire Metrostar — Service brakes, air recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 24V453000 on June 20, 2024. Reported hazard: Spartan Fire, LLC (Spartan Fire) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Gladiator and 2018-2019 Metro Star fire trucks. The service brake may take longer than expected to engage. As such, these vehicles may fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 121, "Air Brake Systems."

What should I do if I have this product?

Dealers will inspect and either replace the fittings and plumbing or the quick release valve as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 5, 2024. Owners may contact Spartan Fire customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan Fire's number for this recall is 24009.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: SPARTAN FIRE. Model: GLADIATOR.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)