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Vehicle recall 16V601000 · August 15, 2016

Spartan ERV Legend and Star

The affected vehicles may be equipped with certain C20 and C21 split-shaft transmissions from Waterous.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Legend and Star fire trucks manufactured April 15, 2015, to April 16, 2016. The affected vehicles may be equipped with certain C20 and C21 split-shaft transmissions from Waterous. This transmission sends power to the wheels of an emergency response vehicle or powers an add-on unit such as a water pump used for fighting fires. A component within the shift unit may be damaged and as a result, the operator may not be able to switch the power output.
Consequence
If the power output cannot be changed, once the fire truck arrives at the scene, it may not be able to pump water to aid in extinguishing the fire, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the retaining clevis pin and retaining rings, free of charge. The recall began on September 12, 2016. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. Spartan's number for this recall is 16021.
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.safercar.gov.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
16V601000
Reported to NHTSA
August 15, 2016
Filed by
Spartan Motors USA
Manufacturer campaign
16021
Owner notification
September 12, 2016
Vehicles potentially affected
55
Initiated by
the manufacturer
Components
Power train › Manual transmission
Recall 16V601000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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