Rear axle drive pinion may fracture
Defect Summary
Spartan fire, llc (spartan fire) is recalling certain 2021-2022 gladiator, metrostar and fc-94 emergency vehicles. the rear axle drive pinion may fracture.
Safety Consequence
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.
Corrective Action
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.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Spartan Fire, Llc or involving Power Train.
FAQ: Recall 21V899000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 21V899000?
NHTSA recall 21V899000 was issued by Spartan Fire, Llc on November 18, 2021. It addresses: Rear axle drive pinion may fracture. The recall affects approximately 260 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Spartan Fire, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 21V899000 or the manufacturer campaign number 21016. 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.