2009–2021 Custom Fire Spartan Gladiator, 2009–2021 Custom Fire Spartan Metrostar Recall: Fire water pump solenoid may corrode internally, causing a loss of power…
NHTSA campaign 21V628000 · Equipment · filed Aug 10, 2021 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
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.
The risk
A loss of power to the pump control module can cause a loss of water pressure for fighting fires, increasing the risk of injury.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
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.
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.
Affected vehicles
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 21V628000. Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.