2019 Custom Fire Spartan Gladiator Problems: 0 Complaints, 3 Recalls

The worst 2019 Custom Fire Spartan Gladiator problems

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Equipment: emergency: fire supressionReported August 10, 2021 · 12 vehicles affected

What is wrong: 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.
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.
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.

Recall number 21V628000 · Recall details

Fuel system, diesel: fuel injection system: fuel railReported August 9, 2021 · 48 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Custom Fire Apparatus, Inc. (Custom Fire) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Spartan Gladiator, MetroStar, and MetroStarX emergency vehicles equipped with Cummins L9 diesel engines. The sealing washer may not seat correctly in the pilot boreholes, allowing the high pressure fuel rail assembly to leak.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Cummins will inspect the rail threads and fuel lines, and replace the rail as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 8, 2021. Owners may contact Custom Fire's customer service at 1‑715‑294‑2555.

Recall number 21V630000 · Recall details

Steering: hydraulic power assist: pumpReported August 6, 2021 · 8 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Custom Fire Apparatus, Inc. (Custom Fire) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Spartan Gladiator and Metrostar emergency vehicles. Pressure may build in the power steering pump and break the shaft seal, resulting in a loss of power steering assist.
Risk: A loss of power steering assist may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Spartan will remove and replace the power steering pump, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a schedule for recall notification. Owners may contact Custom Fire's customer service at 1‑715‑294‑2555.

Recall number 21V618000 · Recall details

Is the 2019 Custom Fire Spartan Gladiator reliable?

Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2019 Custom Fire Spartan Gladiator.

What is the most common problem with the 2019 Custom Fire Spartan Gladiator?

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How many recalls does the 2019 Custom Fire Spartan Gladiator have?

3 recalls, covering equipment, fuel system, diesel and steering.

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