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NHTSARecalled Nov 18, 2021 · #21V899000

Rear Axle Drive Pinion May Fracture

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

Spartan Fire, LLC (Spartan Fire) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Gladiator, MetroStar and FC-94 emergency vehicles. The rear axle drive pinion may fracture. A fractured drive pinion may contact the brake drop hose, and unintentionally engage the parking brake or activate the brake lights, increasing the risk of a crash.

Product details

Product
Rear Axle Drive Pinion May Fracture
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Spartan Fire, LLC
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

Meritor will inspect and replace the drive pinion, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 3, 2022. Owners may contact Spartan Fire customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan Fire's number for this recall is 21016.

View the official CPSC notice