Spartan Fire, LLC is recalling certain 2023-2024 Gladiator
— Recall Campaign #24V181000
Spartan Fire, LLC (Spartan Fire) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Gladiator, MetroStar, 2024 Commercial, FC-94, and KME Panther trucks equipped with Hercules HC 1.7 multiplex nodes. In the event of a short circuit or wiring failure, the firmware in the node may fail to shut off the output pin, resulting in overloaded electrical circuits.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 42 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
24V181000
| Manufacturer: | Spartan Fire, LLC |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | March 07, 2024 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 24V181000 |
| Units affected: | 42 |
- Description:
- Spartan Fire, LLC (Spartan Fire) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Gladiator, MetroStar, 2024 Commercial, FC-94, and KME Panther trucks equipped with Hercules HC 1.7 multiplex nodes. In the event of a short circuit or wiring failure, the firmware in the node may fail to shut off the output pin, resulting in overloaded electrical circuits.
- Consequeces:
- Overloaded electrical circuits can overheat, increasing the risk of fire.
- Corrective action:
- Weldon will update the firmware, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 8, 2024. Owners may contact Spartan Fire customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan Fire's number for this recall is 24003.
- 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.