The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·22V047000·Announced 2022-02-01

Seagrave Recalls 2021 Capitol and Marauder Vehicles for Axle Defect

Seagrave is recalling 2021 Capitol and Marauder vehicles because a rear axle drive pinion may fracture, potentially engaging the parking brake unexpectedly and increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (axle assembly) that increases the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Seagrave Fire Apparatus, LLC is recalling certain 2021 Capitol and Marauder vehicles equipped with Meritor 180 series drive pinions. The recall addresses a defect where the rear axle drive pinion may fracture.

A fractured drive pinion may contact the brake drop hose, causing the parking brake to engage unintentionally without detection or brake light activation. This condition increases the risk of a crash.

Meritor will inspect and replace the drive pinion, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 23, 2022. Owners may contact Seagrave customer service at 1-877-777-5360 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
SEAGRAVE CAPITAL, MARAUDER
Brand
SEAGRAVE
Manufacturer
Seagrave Fire Apparatus, LLC
Category
Vehicle — Fire Apparatus
Hazard
Affected units
7

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)

  • CAPITAL
  • MARAUDER

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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