Recall 16V620 affects 28 2015-2016 Seagrave Marauder Ii fire trucks for a shift-unit defect. Repair is free at any franchised Seagrave dealer.
Seagrave is recalling 28 2015-2016 Marauder Ii fire trucks because a damaged shift-unit component in the split-shaft transmission can stop the operator from changing power output. At a fire scene, that failure can leave the truck unable to run the water pump, increasing the risk of injury; Seagrave dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The split-shaft transmission in a 2015-2016 Seagrave Marauder Ii fire truck has a special job. It routes engine power either to the wheels for driving or to an add-on unit, such as the water pump used during firefighting. The shift unit inside that transmission controls which output receives power.
On affected trucks, certain Waterous C20 and C21 split-shaft transmissions have a damaged component inside the shift unit. When that part fails, the operator can lose the ability to switch the power output. That can leave the truck unable to change between driving and pump operation when the crew needs the other function.
The filing does not identify a reliable warning sign before failure. Failure can occur at any time, so an operator should treat any inability to switch between drive and pump output as a sign that the shift unit has failed.
Who's affected?
Covers both model years with the same automatic transmission component.
| 2016 Seagrave Marauder Ii | automatic transmission |
|---|---|
| 2015 Seagrave Marauder Ii | automatic transmission |
| Units affected | 28 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2015-2016 Seagrave Marauder Ii truck is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
A shift unit failure can leave the fire truck unable to change power output after it reaches a scene. That can prevent water pumping during fire suppression and increase the risk of injury. There is no reliable warning sign before failure, so schedule the repair promptly. Repair is free at any franchised Seagrave dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2015-2016 Seagrave Marauder Ii is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Seagrave dealer to schedule the free shift-unit repair that restores switching between drive power and pump power.
- Bring the recall notice if Seagrave mailed one. If not, reference recall number 16V620 when you call.
- Avoid relying on the truck for pump operations until the clevis pin and retaining rings are replaced.
- Call Seagrave customer service at 1-715-823-1910 with questions about scheduling or repair status.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Seagrave technician removes the shift unit assembly for the Waterous split-shaft transmission, then replaces the clevis pin and retaining rings. This work addresses the damaged shift-unit component that can keep the operator from switching power output between vehicle movement and equipment such as the water pump. The recall repair is free, and Seagrave parts and labor are covered under campaign 16V620.
Timeline
| August 16, 2016 | Dealer notification began |
|---|---|
| August 16, 2016 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| August 19, 2016 | Dealer notification ended |
| August 25, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
| August 26, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V620?
Recall 16V620 covers 28 2015-2016 Seagrave Marauder Ii fire trucks equipped with Waterous C20 or C21 split-shaft transmissions. A damaged shift-unit component can stop the operator from switching power output between vehicle drive and equipment such as the water pump.
What should I do if my 2015-2016 Seagrave Marauder Ii is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific fire truck is included in recall 16V620. If it is, contact a franchised Seagrave dealer or Seagrave customer service at 1-715-823-1910 to schedule the shift-unit repair. Reference recall number 16V620 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Seagrave dealers will remove the shift unit assembly and replace the clevis pin and retaining rings free of charge.
What is the safety risk in recall 16V620?
The safety risk is loss of power-output control when the fire truck is needed at an emergency scene. If the operator cannot switch power output, the truck can be unable to power the water pump, increasing the risk of injury during a fire response.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V620000 |
|---|---|
| Seagrave customer service | 1-715-823-1910 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V620 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V620000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 31, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →