NHTSA Recall 22V019000: Axle assembly (power train)
Marion Body Works Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 22 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Spartan Fire Gladiator.
| NHTSA campaign | 22V019000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 21V-899 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › AXLE ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | January 20, 2022 |
| Owner notification | January 28, 2022 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Marion Body Works Inc. (Marion Body Works) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Spartan Gladiator, MetroStar, and MetroStar-RT vehicles equipped with Meritor 180 series drive pinions. The rear axle drive pinion may fracture.
Safety risk
A fractured drive pinion may contact the brake drop hose, and unintentionally engage the parking brake without detection, or without the brake lights activating, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Meritor will inspect and replace the drive pinion, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 28, 2022. Owners may contact Marion Body Works customer service at 1-715-754-5261. Marion Body Works number for this recall is 21V-899.
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 22V019000
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.