Custom Fire Apparatus, Inc.: Safety Recalls in 2022

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There were 2 safety recalls made by Custom Fire Apparatus, Inc. in 2022. See the details of the recalls below.

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Data Source: NHTSA.
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June 28, 2022
(Campaign #: 22V277)

Steering Fasteners May Fail

Custom Fire Apparatus, Inc. (Custom Fire) is recalling one 2018 Peterbilt 348 fire truck. The Dana D-series axle steering arm fasteners that attach the steering arm to the steering knuckle may fail.
NHTSA ID: 22V461000
Component: STEERING
# of Units Affected: 1
Consequence Summary:
Steering arm fastener failure can result in a loss of steering control, and increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will replace and tighten the steer arm fasteners, free of charge. The owner notification letter was mailed November 8, 2022. Owners may contact Custom Fire's customer service at 1-800-443-8851. Custom Fire's number for this recall is 22V277.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
May 9, 2022
(Campaign #: 21V-899)

Rear Axle Drive Pinion May Fracture

Custom Fire Apparatus, Inc. (Custom Fire) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Spartan Gladiator, MetroStar, and MetroStar-RT emergency vehicles. The rear axle drive pinion may fracture.
NHTSA ID: 22V316000
Component: POWER TRAIN
# of Units Affected: 5
Consequence Summary:
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:
Dealers will inspect and replace the differential carrier housing assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 9, 2022. 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