Pump strainer could fail due to weak soldering
Defect Summary
Spartan motors (spartan) is recalling certain model year 2015 gladiator and metrostar emergency response vehicles manufactured june 3, 2015, to march 16, 2016, equipped with pumps to provide pressurized water to aid in fighting fires. these pumps have 6" intake strainers that may have been improperly soldered during production and, as a result, the strainers may come apart during use, allowing parts of the strainer and debris to enter the pump, possibly damaging the pump.
Safety Consequence
If the strainer and/or debris enters the pump, and the operator is forced to shut down the pump, reducing firefighting effectiveness, there could be an increased risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Spartan will notify owners to check the strainer for missing solder at the joints. any strainers missing solder will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on june 10, 2016. owners may contact spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008 or hale products customer service center at 1-800-533-3569. spartan's number for this recall is 16012.
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FAQ: Recall 16V400000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V400000?
NHTSA recall 16V400000 was issued by Shyft Group on June 3, 2016. It addresses: Pump strainer could fail due to weak soldering. The recall affects approximately 39 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Shyft Group dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V400000 or the manufacturer campaign number 16012. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.