Custom Fire Apparatus – Broken Shaft Seal May Cause Loss of Power Steering

Custom Fire Apparatus (Custom Fire) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Spartan Gladiator and Metrostar emergency vehicles. Pressure may build in the power steering pump and break the shaft seal, resulting in a loss of power steering assist.


Report Received Date 08/06/2021
NHTSA ID 21V618000
Consequence Summary A loss of power steering assist may increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action Spartan will remove and replace the power steering pump, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a schedule for recall notification. Owners may contact Custom Fire's customer service at 1-715-294-2555.
Recall Code 21V-252
Potentially Affected 8
Fire Risk When Parked No
Do Not Drive No
Recall Link Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=21V618000)

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