NHTSA Recall 24V258000: Electrical system: wiring
Hi-Tech E.V.S. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 29 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Hi-Tech E.v.s. Spartan Gladiator.
| NHTSA campaign | 24V258000 |
|---|---|
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING |
| Report received | April 10, 2024 |
| Owner notification | May 29, 2024 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Hi-Tech E.V.S. is recalling certain 2020-2023 Gladiator and Metrostar fire trucks equipped with Weldon 8X16 Input-Output nodes. In the event of a short circuit or wiring failure, the firmware in the node may fail to shut off the output pin, resulting in overloaded electrical circuits.
Safety risk
Overloaded electrical circuits can overheat, increasing the risk of fire.
Remedy
Weldon will update the firmware, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 29, 2024. Owners may contact Akron Brass customer service at 1-800-228-1161 or Hi-Tech customer service at 1-209-847-3042.
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 24V258000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Hi-Tech E.v.s. Spartan Gladiator | 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 |
| Hi-Tech E.v.s. Spartan Metrostar | 2020, 2021, 2022, 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.