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2016 Custom Fire Spartan Metrostar Recalls, Ratings & Complaints

The 2016 Custom Fire Spartan Metrostar has 1 NHTSA recall campaign and 0 owner complaints on file as of October 16, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Custom Fire dealer.

NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2016 Custom Fire Spartan Metrostar. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.

EQUIPMENT:EMERGENCY:FIRE SUPRESSION

NHTSA #21V628000

Reported August 10, 2021 · Custom Fire Apparatus, Inc.

Potentially affected: 12 vehicles

Defect description

Custom Fire Apparatus, Inc. is recalling certain 2009-2021 Spartan Gladiator, MetroStar, and MetroStarX emergency vehicles. The fire water pump solenoid may corrode internally, causing a loss of power to the pump control module.

Safety consequence

A loss of power to the pump control module can cause a loss of water pressure for fighting fires, increasing the risk of injury.

Manufacturer remedy

Spartan Fire LLC will remove and replace the pump shift solenoid, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 12, 2021. Owners may contact Custom Fire's customer service at 1-715-294-2555.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

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