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NHTSA Recall 21V628000: Fire supression (equipment) and electrical system

Custom Fire Apparatus, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 12 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Custom Fire Spartan Gladiator.

12
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2021
owners notified (July 12)
NHTSA campaign21V628000
ComponentsEQUIPMENT › EMERGENCY › FIRE SUPRESSION; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Report receivedAugust 10, 2021
Owner notificationJuly 12, 2021
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Custom Fire Apparatus, Inc. is recalling certain 2009-2021 Spartan Gladiator, MetroStar, and MetroStarX 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, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Spartan Fire LLC will remove and replace the pump shift solenoid, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 12, 2021. Owners may contact Custom Fire's customer service at 1-715-294-2555.

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.nhtsa.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 21V628000

Make and modelModel years
Custom Fire Spartan Gladiator2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
Custom Fire Spartan Metrostar2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021

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.