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Spartan Fire, LLC: Gladiator and MetroStar Vehicles Recalled for Loose Steer Axle Fasteners

Agency Publication Date: March 23, 2023
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Summary

Spartan Fire, LLC is recalling 12 of its 2020-2023 Gladiator and 2023 MetroStar fire trucks because the fasteners on the front-drive steer axle can become loose. If these fasteners loosen, the axle assembly joints can completely separate, potentially causing the driver to lose control of the vehicle. Dealers will inspect and replace the pro-torque nut keeper on the axle assembly to resolve the issue for free.

Risk

The front steer axle may completely separate while the vehicle is in motion, leading to a total loss of steering control and significantly increasing the risk of a crash.

What You Should Do

  1. Identify if your vehicle is one of the 12 affected units by checking your model and year: 2020, 2022, or 2023 Gladiator or 2023 MetroStar.
  2. Contact Spartan Fire customer service at 1-517-543-6400 to confirm if your specific VIN is included in recall number 23009.
  3. Schedule an appointment with an authorized dealer to have the pro-torque nut keeper on the steer axle assembly inspected and replaced free of charge.
  4. For additional information or questions, contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.nhtsa.gov.

Your Remedy Options

🔧Free Repair

Inspection and replacement of the pro-torque nut keeper on the steer axle assembly.

How to: Contact Spartan Fire customer service at 1-517-543-6400 to arrange for a free repair at an authorized dealer.

Affected Products

Product: 2020-2023 Spartan Fire Gladiator
Product: 2023 Spartan Fire MetroStar

Additional Information

Agency: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Recall ID: 23V192000
Status: Active
Manufacturer: Spartan Fire, LLC
Sold By: authorized dealers
Units Affected: 12 vehicles(9% estimated defective)
Park Vehicle: No
Park Outside: No
OTA Update: No
Product Type: Vehicle (V)
Recall Classification: Safety Defect
Owner Notification Date: May 10, 2023
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.
Distributed To: Nationwide
Manufacturer Recall #: 23009
Agency Last Updated: May 15, 2023

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AI-Enhanced Content: The summary, action steps, and risk assessment on this page were generated by AI from official government recall data to improve readability. This is not legal or medical advice. Always refer to the official agency sources below for authoritative information.

Sources: NHTSA Notice · Raw API Response