The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·24V126000·Announced 2024-02-21

Spencer Recalls 2020 Pumper Fire Trucks Due to Electrical Fire Risk

Spencer is recalling 2020 Pumper fire trucks because a firmware defect in Weldon nodes may cause overloaded electrical circuits, increasing the risk of fire.

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 (fire risk) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Spencer Manufacturing, Inc. is recalling certain 2020 Pumper fire trucks equipped with Weldon 8X16 Input-Output nodes. The recall addresses a defect in the electrical system wiring where the firmware in the node may fail to shut off the output pin during a short circuit or wiring failure. This malfunction results in overloaded electrical circuits.

Overloaded electrical circuits can overheat, which increases the risk of fire. The source text does not report any specific injuries, deaths, or property damage associated with this defect.

Weldon will update the firmware free of charge to correct the issue. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 24, 2024. Owners may contact Akron Brass customer service at 1-800-228-1161 or Spencer customer service at 1-269-637-8721. Owners may also contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
SPENCER PUMPER
Brand
SPENCER
Manufacturer
Spencer Manufacturing, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Fire Trucks
Hazard
Affected units
8

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 (1)

  • PUMPER

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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