Recall 18V424 affects 1,243 2009-2018 Spartan Metrostar and Gladiator emergency vehicles for fire water pump solenoid corrosion. Repair is free at any franchised Spartan dealer.
Spartan is recalling 1,243 2009-2018 Metrostar and Gladiator emergency vehicles because the fire water pump solenoid can corrode internally and cut power to the pump control module. That loss of power can reduce water pressure for fighting fires and increase injury risk; Spartan dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The fire water pump solenoid on 2009-2018 Spartan Metrostar and Gladiator emergency vehicles is an electrical switch for the fire water pump system. When the pump is engaged, the solenoid helps send power to the pump control module so the pump can respond to the operator's command.
On affected vehicles, the solenoid is mounted inside the frame rail with the pump shift control mounting bracket. In that location, the solenoid can corrode internally. Once corrosion damages the solenoid, power to the pump control module is lost, so the fire water pump control system does not work as intended.
There is no warning sign before failure. Spartan reported that the solenoid can fail without warning, so an operator would not have a reliable early symptom to catch before the pump control module loses power.
Who's affected?
Spans Metrostar and Gladiator trucks across the 2009-2018 model years, all tied to the electrical system.
| 2016 Spartan Metrostar | electrical system |
|---|---|
| 2017 Spartan Gladiator | electrical system |
| 2018 Spartan Gladiator | electrical system |
| 2016 Spartan Gladiator | electrical system |
| 2015 Spartan Gladiator | electrical system |
| 2014 Spartan Gladiator | electrical system |
| 2018 Spartan Metrostar | electrical system |
| 2017 Spartan Metrostar | electrical system |
| 2010 Spartan Gladiator | electrical system |
| 2009 Spartan Gladiator | electrical system |
| 2011 Spartan Metrostar | electrical system |
| 2013 Spartan Gladiator | electrical system |
| 2010 Spartan Metrostar | electrical system |
| 2012 Spartan Gladiator | electrical system |
| 2011 Spartan Gladiator | electrical system |
| 2015 Spartan Metrostar | electrical system |
| 2014 Spartan Metrostar | electrical system |
| 2013 Spartan Metrostar | electrical system |
| 2012 Spartan Metrostar | electrical system |
| 2009 Spartan Metrostar | electrical system |
| Units affected | 1,243 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 1 field incident to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
A loss of power to the pump control module can reduce or stop water pressure needed for fighting fires, increasing the risk of injury. The solenoid can fail without warning, so treat pump-control problems as a service issue before the apparatus is relied on for emergency response. Repair is free at any franchised Spartan dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2009-2018 Spartan Metrostar or Gladiator is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Spartan dealer to schedule the free fire water pump solenoid replacement that addresses corrosion-related power loss to the pump control module.
- Bring the recall notice from Spartan, or reference recall number 18V424 when you call.
- Avoid fire-response use until the solenoid replacement is complete because pump control power loss can reduce water pressure for fighting fires.
- Call Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008 with questions about the repair.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Spartan technician replaces the fire water pump solenoids covered by recall 18V424, the parts that can corrode internally and cut power to the pump control module. The recall repair is available now, and parts and labor are free. Spartan's reimbursement program covers customers who already paid for replacement of the suspect solenoids if they submit the required minimum information within 1 year of the filing. Bring any related repair invoice or service paperwork and ask the service desk what Spartan needs for the claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| June 25, 2018 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 25, 2018 | Dealer notification began |
| June 25, 2018 | Dealer notification ended |
| August 3, 2018 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| August 3, 2018 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| August 7, 2018 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 18V424?
Recall 18V424 covers 1,243 2009-2018 Spartan Metrostar and Gladiator emergency vehicles with a fire water pump solenoid that can corrode internally. That corrosion can cut power to the pump control module, causing loss of water pressure for fighting fires and raising injury risk.
What should I do if my 2009-2018 Spartan Metrostar or Gladiator is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific emergency vehicle is included in recall 18V424. If it is, contact a franchised Spartan dealer to schedule solenoid replacement. Reference recall 18V424 or Spartan recall number 18019 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Spartan dealers will replace the affected fire water pump solenoids free of charge. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to provide the recall repair at no cost when your VIN is included.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is loss of water pressure during firefighting. If the solenoid corrodes and power to the pump control module is lost, the emergency vehicle can lose the water pressure needed to fight fires, which raises the risk of injury.
When did recall 18V424 begin?
Spartan began this recall on August 7, 2018. Because the remedy is available, owners with included VINs can contact a franchised Spartan dealer for the free solenoid replacement, or call Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/18V424000 |
|---|---|
| Spartan customer service | 1-800-543-5008 |
| NHTSA recall # | 18V424 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 18V424000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) - Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →