Spartan Metrostar recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

November 16, 2017

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Shyft Group recalls 2014–2017 Spartan Metrostar, Gladiator

Recall number

17V722000

Brand / firm

Spartan

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 34 units

Why it was recalled

A reduction in water pressure may hinder fire fighting efforts, increasing the risk of injury.

What was recalled

Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling 2014-2017 Spartan Gladiator and MetroStar emergency response vehicles equipped with Hale pressure relief valves in the water pumps used for fire fighting. Rings securing the valves may corrode over time after exposure to water, causing the ring to fail and the pressure relief valve to open, reducing the water pressure available for fire fighting.

What to do

Spartan will notify owners and Hale service providers will install a remedy kit, free of charge. The recall began on December 11, 2017. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008 or Hale customer service at 1-800-533-3569. Spartan's number for this recall is 17028.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.