2017–2019 Spartan Fire Gladiator, Spartan Fire Metrostar: Service Brakes, Air recall
NHTSA campaign 24V453000 · 17 units potentially affected · filed Jun 18, 2024
What's wrong
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."
Why it matters
A delayed brake engagement can extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.
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.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 24V453000
- Manufacturer no.
- 24009
- Manufacturer
- Spartan Fire, Llc
- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
- Units affected
- 17
- Report received
- Jun 18, 2024
- Owner letters
- Aug 5, 2024
- Type
- Vehicle
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.
Vehicles covered
- Spartan Fire Gladiator 2017, 2018, 2019
- Spartan Fire Metrostar 2018, 2019