Steering: critical fastenersRecall 21V-103 · Spartan Fire vehicles
Spartan Fire, LLC recall 21V-103 covers 73 Spartan Fire vehicles for a steering: critical fasteners problem, reported to NHTSA on February 22, 2021. The manufacturer's latest report (2023 Q1) shows 14% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 21V103000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Spartan Fire, LLC (Spartan Fire) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Gladiator and MetroStar vehicles. The steering gear mounting bolts may become loose and back out, resulting in difficulty steering.
The risk
Difficulty steering, or the inability to steer in both directions, can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Spartan Fire will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gear mounting bolts and washers, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 22, 2021. Owners may contact Spartan Fire customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan Fire's number for this recall is 21-01.
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.safercar.gov.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
14%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.