Recall 21V-630: 2017–2021 Custom Fire Spartan Gladiator, 2017–2021 Custom Fire Spartan Metrostar
Custom Fire Apparatus, Inc. recall for fuel system, diesel, reported to NHTSA on Aug 9, 2021, covering about 48 vehicles.
The problem
Custom Fire Apparatus, Inc. (Custom Fire) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Spartan Gladiator, MetroStar, and MetroStarX emergency vehicles equipped with Cummins L9 diesel engines. The sealing washer may not seat correctly in the pilot boreholes, allowing the high pressure fuel rail assembly to leak.
The risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
The fix
Cummins will inspect the rail threads and fuel lines, and replace the rail as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 8, 2021. 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.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Custom Fire Apparatus, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Component | Fuel System, Diesel › Fuel Injection System › Fuel Rail |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 21V630000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Custom Fire Spartan Gladiator | 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 | All years |
| Custom Fire Spartan Metrostar | 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 21V-630?
Custom Fire Apparatus, Inc. (Custom Fire) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Spartan Gladiator, MetroStar, and MetroStarX emergency vehicles equipped with Cummins L9 diesel engines. The sealing washer may not seat correctly in the pilot boreholes, allowing the high pressure fuel rail assembly to leak.
How is recall 21V-630 fixed?
Cummins will inspect the rail threads and fuel lines, and replace the rail as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 8, 2021. Owners may contact Custom Fire's customer service at 1-715-294-2555.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.