NHTSA recall 23V192000
Steering › Critical fasteners
Spartan Fire Gladiator and 1 more
Reported Mar 23, 202312 vehicles affectedSpartan Fire, LLCMaker’s number 23009
The defect
Spartan Fire, LLC (Spartan Fire) is recalling certain 2020, 2022 and 2023 Gladiator and 2023 MetroStar vehicles. The front-drive steer axle fasteners may loosen, resulting in a complete separation of the axle assembly joints.
The risk
Steer axle assembly separation can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the pro-torque nut keeper on the steer axle assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 10, 2023. Owners may contact Spartan Fire customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan Fire's number for this recall is 23009.