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Vehicle recall 21V618000 · August 6, 2021

Custom Fire Spartan Gladiator and Spartan Metrostar

Pressure may build in the power steering pump and break the shaft seal, resulting in a loss of power steering assist.

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

Summary
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.
Consequence
A loss of power steering assist may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
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.nhtsa.gov.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
21V618000
Reported to NHTSA
August 6, 2021
Filed by
Custom Fire Apparatus, Inc.
Manufacturer campaign
21V-252
Owner notification
July 12, 2021
Vehicles potentially affected
8
Initiated by
the manufacturer
Components
Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Pump
Recall 21V618000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

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