Hydraulic power assist: pumpRecall 21V-618 · Custom Fire vehicles
Custom Fire Apparatus, Inc. recall 21V-618 covers 8 Custom Fire vehicles for a hydraulic power assist: pump problem, reported to NHTSA on August 6, 2021. The manufacturer's latest report (2021 Q4) shows 100% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 21V618000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Custom Fire Apparatus, Inc. (Custom Fire) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Spartan Gladiator and Metrostar emergency 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 may increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Spartan will remove and replace the power steering pump, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a schedule for recall notification. Owners may contact Custom Fire's customer service at 1-715-294-2555.
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
100%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.