NHTSA Recall 22V316000: Axle assembly (power train)
Custom Fire Apparatus, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 5 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Custom Fire Spartan Gladiator.
| NHTSA campaign | 22V316000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 21V-899 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › AXLE ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | May 9, 2022 |
| Owner notification | May 9, 2022 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Custom Fire Apparatus, Inc. (Custom Fire) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Spartan Gladiator, MetroStar, and MetroStar-RT emergency vehicles. 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
Dealers will inspect and replace the differential carrier housing assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 9, 2022. 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 22V316000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Custom Fire Spartan Gladiator | 2021, 2022 |
| Custom Fire Spartan Metrostar | 2021, 2022 |
| Custom Fire Spartan Metrostar RT | 2021, 2022 |
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.