Marion Body Works Inc. is recalling certain 2021-2022 Spartan Gladiator
— Recall Campaign #22V019000
Marion Body Works Inc. (Marion Body Works) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Spartan Gladiator, MetroStar, and MetroStar-RT vehicles equipped with Meritor 180 series drive pinions. The rear axle drive pinion may fracture.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 22 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
22V019000
| Manufacturer: | Spartan Fire, LLC |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | January 20, 2022 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 22V019000 |
| Units affected: | 22 |
- Description:
- Marion Body Works Inc. (Marion Body Works) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Spartan Gladiator, MetroStar, and MetroStar-RT vehicles equipped with Meritor 180 series drive pinions. The rear axle drive pinion may fracture.
- Consequeces:
- A fractured drive pinion may contact the brake drop hose, and unintentionally engage the parking brake without detection, or without the brake lights activating, 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 28, 2022. Owners may contact Marion Body Works customer service at 1-715-754-5261. Marion Body Works number for this recall is 21V-899.
- Notes:
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.