Service brakes, airRecall 24V-453 · Spartan Fire vehicles
Spartan Fire, LLC recall 24V-453 covers 17 Spartan Fire vehicles for a service brakes, air problem, reported to NHTSA on June 18, 2024. The manufacturer's latest report (2026 Q2) shows 29% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 24V453000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Spartan Fire, LLC (Spartan Fire) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Gladiator and 2018-2019 Metro Star fire trucks. The service brake may take longer than expected to engage. As such, these vehicles may fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 121, "Air Brake Systems."
The risk
A delayed brake engagement can extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and either replace the fittings and plumbing or the quick release valve as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 5, 2024. Owners may contact Spartan Fire customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan Fire's number for this recall is 24009.
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
29%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from November 17, 2016 to November 18, 2016. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.