Spartan Gladiator and MetroStar Emergency Vehicles Recalled for Pump Defect
Spartan is recalling 2015 Gladiator and MetroStar emergency vehicles because improperly soldered pump strainers may break, potentially damaging the pump and reducing firefighting effectiveness.
What this means for you
Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product where injury has not yet been reported, fitting the High severity criterion.
Plain-English summary
Spartan Motors USA is recalling certain model year 2015 Gladiator and MetroStar Emergency Response vehicles. These vehicles were manufactured between June 3, 2015, and March 16, 2016, and are equipped with pumps that provide pressurized water for firefighting.
The recall addresses 6-inch intake strainers that may have been improperly soldered during production. If the strainers come apart during use, parts and debris may enter the pump, potentially causing damage. If the operator is forced to shut down the pump, firefighting effectiveness is reduced, which could increase the risk of injury.
Spartan will notify owners to check the strainer for missing solder at the joints. Any strainers missing solder will be replaced free of charge. The recall began on June 10, 2016. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008 or Hale Products Customer Service Center at 1-800-533-3569. Spartan's number for this recall is 16012.
The recalled product
- Product
- SPARTAN GLADIATOR, METROSTAR
- Brand
- SPARTAN
- Manufacturer
- Spartan Motors USA
- Category
- Vehicle — Emergency Response
- Hazard
- Affected units
- 39
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Model numbers (2)
- GLADIATOR
- METROSTAR
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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