NHTSA Recall 23V316000: Power train: control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
Custom Fire Apparatus, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2 vehicles. It affects 2023 Custom Fire Spartan Metrostar RT.
| NHTSA campaign | 23V316000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 23V156 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION › CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM) |
| Report received | May 4, 2023 |
| Owner notification | May 31, 2023 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Custom Fire Apparatus, Inc. (Custom Fire) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Gladiator, Metro Star, FC-94 vehicles. After the fire truck is reversed, the transmission control module (TCM) may fail to achieve the 4th gear transmission lockup needed to initiate the water pump.
Safety risk
Failure to achieve 4th gear lock up may result in unexpected vehicle movement, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, the water pump will not operate which can increase the risk of injury in an emergency.
Remedy
Dealers will update the TCM software, free of charge. Both vehicles were repaired in May 2023. Owners may contact Custom Fire 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 23V316000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Custom Fire Spartan Metrostar RT | 2023 |
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.