Spartan Fire · United States · High
Spartan Fire Metrostar, FC-94 +1 more: Power train — axle assembly
Affects Spartan Fire Metrostar, FC-94, Gladiator · 2020–2022 — about 260 vehicles.
The hazard
A fractured drive pinion may contact the brake drop hose, and unintentionally engage the parking brake or activate the brake lights, increasing the risk of a crash.
What to do
Meritor will inspect and replace the drive pinion, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 3, 2022. Owners may contact Spartan Fire customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan Fire's number for this recall is 21016.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational