Lighting and hvac display may lock up
Defect Summary
Hi-tech e.v.s. (hi-tech) is recalling certain 2021 spartan gladiator and 2020 metrostar emergency vehicles equipped with weldon v-mux vista iv standard lcd displays used for controlling emergency vehicle lighting and hvac functions. these displays may experience low voltage spikes, and cause the lcd display to lock up or become nonfunctional, due to varying electrical installations.
Safety Consequence
If the lcd freezes or becomes non-functional, emergency efforts can be delayed, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Spartan will replace the lcd display, free of charge. owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on april 22, 2022. owners may contact hi-tech's customer service at 1-209-847-3042.
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FAQ: Recall 22V173000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 22V173000?
NHTSA recall 22V173000 was issued by Hi-tech E.v.s. on March 22, 2022. It addresses: Lighting and hvac display may lock up. The recall affects approximately 3 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Hi-tech E.v.s. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 22V173000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). 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.