Recall 22V-539: 2020–2021 Spartan Fire Gladiator, 2020–2021 Spartan Fire Metrostar

Spartan Fire, LLC recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Jul 26, 2022, covering about 25 vehicles.

NHTSA number
22V-539
Report date
Jul 26, 2022
Vehicles affected
25
Owners notified
Sep 14, 2022

The problem

Spartan Fire, LLC (Spartan Fire) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Gladiator and MetroStar fire trucks. There may be a loose neutral screw connection within the QO Plug-On Neutral Load Center. If that connection is loose, the affected load center can overheat.

The risk

An overheated load center can increase the risk of a fire.

The fix

Dealers will inspect, and if necessary replace or repair the neutral screw connection, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 14, 2022. Owners may contact Spartan Fire's customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan Fire's number for this recall is 22003.

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

ManufacturerSpartan Fire, LLC
ComponentElectrical System
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number22V539000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Spartan Fire Gladiator2020, 2021All years
Spartan Fire Metrostar2020, 2021All 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 22V-539?

Spartan Fire, LLC (Spartan Fire) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Gladiator and MetroStar fire trucks. There may be a loose neutral screw connection within the QO Plug-On Neutral Load Center. If that connection is loose, the affected load center can overheat.

How is recall 22V-539 fixed?

Dealers will inspect, and if necessary replace or repair the neutral screw connection, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 14, 2022. Owners may contact Spartan Fire's customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan Fire's number for this recall is 22003.

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.