Fire truck water pump may fail
Defect Summary
Spartan fire llc (spartan fire) is recalling certain 2022-2024 gladiator, metro star, fc-94 and kme panther firetrucks. after the vehicle is reversed, the transmission control module (tcm) may fail to achieve the 4th gear lockup needed to initiate the water pump.
Safety Consequence
A firetruck that is unable to pump water increases the risk of injury during a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will update the tcm software, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed april 27, 2023. owners may contact spartan fire customer service at 1-517-543-6400. spartan fire's number for this recall is 23007.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Spartan Fire, Llc or involving Power Train.
FAQ: Recall 23V156000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 23V156000?
NHTSA recall 23V156000 was issued by Spartan Fire, Llc on March 23, 2023. It addresses: Fire truck water pump may fail. The recall affects approximately 166 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 23V156000 or the manufacturer campaign number 23007. 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.