Spartan Fire (Spartan Fire) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Gladiator and 2018-2019 Metro Star fire trucks. The service brake may take longer than expected to engage. As such, these vehicles may fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 121, “Air Brake Systems.”
Spartan Fire – Delayed Service Brake Engagement/FMVSS 121
| Report Received Date | 06/18/2024 |
| NHTSA ID | 24V453000 |
| Consequence Summary | A delayed brake engagement can extend the distance required to stopeasing the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective Action | Dealers will inspect and either replace the fittings and plumbing or the quick release valve as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 5, 2024. Owners may contact Spartan Fire customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan Fire's number for this recall is 24009. |
| Recall Code | 24009 |
| Potentially Affected | 17 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=24V453000) |
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