Hi-Tech E.V.S. recalls 2020–2021 Hi-tech E.V.S. Spartan Metrostar, Spartan Gladiator

Recall date

March 22, 2022

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Recall number

22V173000

Brand / firm

Hi-tech E.V.S.

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 3 units

Why it was recalled

If the LCD freezes or becomes non-functional, emergency efforts can be delayed, increasing the risk of injury.

What was recalled

Hi-Tech E.V.S. (Hi-Tech) is recalling certain 2021 Spartan Gladiator and 2020 MetroStar emergency vehicles equipped with Weldon V-Mux Vista IV Standard LCD displays used for controlling emergency vehicle lighting and HVAC functions. These displays may experience low voltage spikes, and cause the LCD display to lock up or become nonfunctional, due to varying electrical installations.

What to do

Spartan will replace the LCD display, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on April 22, 2022. Owners may contact Hi-Tech's customer service at 1-209-847-3042.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.