Hydraulic power assist: pumpRecall 21V-458 · Spartan Fire vehicles

Marion Body Works Inc. recall 21V-458 covers 8 Spartan Fire vehicles for a hydraulic power assist: pump problem, reported to NHTSA on June 17, 2021. The manufacturer's latest report (2023 Q2) shows 13% of affected vehicles repaired.

13%
Vehicles repaired1 of 8 · 2023 Q2
Vehicles affected82 models
ReportedJun 17, 2021Owners notified Jun 24, 2021
Complaints since0Same system, after the recall

Source: NHTSA recall 21V458000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.

What's wrong

The problem

Marion Body Works Inc. is recalling certain 2019-2021 Spartan Gladiator and MetroStar vehicles. Pressure may build in the power steering pump and break the shaft seal, resulting in a loss of power steering assist.

The risk

A loss of power steering assist can increase the risk of a crash.

What to do

The fix

Spartan dealers will replace the power steering pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 24, 2021. Owners may contact Marion Body Works customer service at 1-715-754-5261. Marion Body Works number for this recall is 21V-252.

Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Repair progress

How fast cars are being fixed

13%repaired

Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.

0%50%100%2021 Q22023 Q2