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NHTSA Recall 18V424000: Electrical system

Spartan Motors USA reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,243 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Spartan Gladiator.

1,243
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2018
owners notified (August 7)
NHTSA campaign18V424000
Manufacturer campaign18019
ComponentELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Report receivedJune 25, 2018
Owner notificationAugust 7, 2018
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2009-2018 Gladiator and MetroStar emergency vehicles. The fire water pump solenoid may corrode internally, causing a loss of power to the pump control module.

Safety risk

A loss of power to the pump control module can cause a loss of water pressure for fighting fires, thereby increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the solenoids, free of charge. The recall began on August 7, 2018. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. Spartan's number for this recall is 18019.

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.safercar.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 18V424000

Make and modelModel years
Spartan Gladiator2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018
Spartan Metrostar2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.