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2021-2023 Spartan Fire FC-94 and Spartan Fire Metrostar recall: tie rod assembly

Alexis Fire Equipment Company reported this safety recall on November 29, 2022. It covers about 20 vehicles.

vehicles affected
20
reported
Nov 29, 2022
owners notified
Dec 6, 2022

Steering: linkages: tie rod assembly

What is wrong
Alexis Fire Equipment Company (Alexis Fire) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Spartan Metro Star, FC-94 fire trucks. The tie rod clamps may have been improperly heat-treated, causing them to fail and allowing the tie rods to separate.
Risk
Tie rod separation can result in a sudden loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace both tie rod clamps, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 6, 2022. Owners may contact Alexis Fire's customer service at 1‑309‑482‑6121.

Recall number 22V879000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 22V879000

Is there a recall on the 2021-2023 Spartan Fire FC-94 and Spartan Fire Metrostar tie rod assembly?

Yes. Recall 22V879000, reported on November 29, 2022, covers about 20 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 22V879000?

Dealers will replace both tie rod clamps, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 6, 2022. Owners may contact Alexis Fire's customer service at 1‑309‑482‑6121.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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