NHTSA recall 23V316000
Power train › Automatic transmission › Control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
Custom Fire Spartan Metrostar RT
Reported May 4, 20232 vehicles affectedCustom Fire Apparatus, Inc.Maker’s number 23V156
The defect
Custom Fire Apparatus, Inc. (Custom Fire) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Gladiator, Metro Star, FC-94 vehicles. After the fire truck is reversed, the transmission control module (TCM) may fail to achieve the 4th gear transmission lockup needed to initiate the water pump.
The risk
Failure to achieve 4th gear lock up may result in unexpected vehicle movement, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, the water pump will not operate which can increase the risk of injury in an emergency.
The remedy
Dealers will update the TCM software, free of charge. Both vehicles were repaired in May 2023. Owners may contact Custom Fire customer service at 1-715-294-2555.