Custom Fire Apparatus, Inc.: Safety Recalls in 2021

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There were 4 safety recalls made by Custom Fire Apparatus, Inc. in 2021. See the details of the recalls below.

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August 10, 2021

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Solenoid Corrosion May Hinder Fire Fighting

Custom Fire Apparatus, Inc. is recalling certain 2009-2021 Spartan Gladiator, MetroStar, and MetroStarX emergency vehicles. The fire water pump solenoid may corrode internally, causing a loss of power to the pump control module.

NHTSA ID: 21V628000

Component:

# of Units Affected: 12

Consequence Summary:

A loss of power to the pump control module can cause a loss of water pressure for fighting fires, increasing the risk of injury.

Corrective Action:

Spartan Fire LLC will remove and replace the pump shift solenoid, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 12, 2021. Owners may contact Custom Fire's customer service at 1-715-294-2555.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 100

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August 9, 2021

(Campaign #: 21009 (21V-323))

High Pressure Fuel Rail Assembly May Leak Fuel

Custom Fire Apparatus, Inc. (Custom Fire) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Spartan Gladiator, MetroStar, and MetroStarX emergency vehicles equipped with Cummins L9 diesel engines. The sealing washer may not seat correctly in the pilot boreholes, allowing the high pressure fuel rail assembly to leak.

NHTSA ID: 21V630000

Component: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL

# of Units Affected: 48

Consequence Summary:

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

Corrective Action:

Cummins will inspect the rail threads and fuel lines, and replace the rail as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 8, 2021. Owners may contact Custom Fire's customer service at 1-715-294-2555.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 100

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August 6, 2021

(Campaign #: 21E032)

High Pressure Fuel Rail Assembly May Leak Fuel

Custom Fire Apparatus, Inc. (Custom Fire) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Peterbilt 348, Freightliner M2, Kenworth T370, and T880 emergency vehicles equipped with Cummins L9 diesel engines. The sealing washer may not seat correctly in the pilot boreholes, allowing the high-pressure fuel rail assembly to leak.

NHTSA ID: 21V620000

Component: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL

# of Units Affected: 9

Consequence Summary:

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

Corrective Action:

Cummins will inspect the rail threads and fuel lines, and replace the rail as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 9, 2021. Owners may contact Custom Fire's customer service at 1-715-294-2555.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 100

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August 6, 2021

(Campaign #: 21V-252)

Broken Shaft Seal May Cause Loss of Power Steering

Custom Fire Apparatus, Inc. (Custom Fire) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Spartan Gladiator and Metrostar emergency vehicles. Pressure may build in the power steering pump and break the shaft seal, resulting in a loss of power steering assist.

NHTSA ID: 21V618000

Component: STEERING

# of Units Affected: 8

Consequence Summary:

A loss of power steering assist may increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action:

Spartan will remove and replace the power steering pump, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a schedule for recall notification. Owners may contact Custom Fire's customer service at 1-715-294-2555.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 100

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