Spartan Fire, LLC is recalling 166 firetrucks, including 2022-2024 Gladiator, Metro Star, FC-94, and KME Panther models. The transmission control module (TCM) in these vehicles may fail to achieve the 4th gear lockup required to start the water pump after the vehicle has been shifted into reverse. Dealers will provide a free software update for the transmission control module to resolve this issue.
If a firetruck is unable to pump water, it significantly increases the risk of injury or property damage during an active fire emergency. The defect specifically prevents the necessary gear lockup needed to initiate the fire suppression system.
Transmission Control Module (TCM) software update
If you or a family member were harmed by this recalled product, you may have legal rights. Consider consulting a consumer protection attorney to understand your options for compensation.
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Sources: NHTSA Notice · Raw API Response