Recall 21V459 affects 62 2019-2021 Spartan Fire S-180 Pumper emergency vehicles for pump-shift harness terminal defects. Repair is free at any franchised Spartan Fire dealer.
Spartan Fire is recalling 62 2019-2021 S-180 Pumper emergency vehicles because the pump shift harness can have incorrect terminals, causing a poor electrical connection. That connection can keep the vehicle from shifting into pump mode, hindering firefighting efforts and increasing the risk of injury; Spartan Fire dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The pump shift harness on 2019-2021 Spartan Fire S-180 Pumper emergency vehicles is the wiring link between the control circuit and the pump shift solenoid. The solenoid is the electrically operated part that moves the pump shift system when the vehicle is set up for pumping. That harness has to carry a clean signal through its connector terminals.
On affected S-180 Pumper vehicles, one side of the pump shift solenoid connector was built with incorrect terminals. The terminals are the metal contact ends inside the connector. When they do not match the connector correctly, the electrical contact is poor, and the pump shift command does not pass through the harness as designed.
The owner or crew does not get a clear early symptom from this defect. There is no warning sign before failure.
Who's affected?
The same pump shift harness wiring is named for the 2019, 2020, and 2021 S-180 Pumper trucks.
| 2020 Spartan Fire S-180 Pumper | Wiring |
|---|---|
| 2021 Spartan Fire S-180 Pumper | Wiring |
| 2019 Spartan Fire S-180 Pumper | Wiring |
| Units affected | 62 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 2 field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not confirm inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
A poor terminal connection can keep the vehicle from shifting into pump mode. That hinders fire fighting efforts and increases the risk of injury when the vehicle is needed on scene. The issue can occur without warning, so schedule the repair soon and report pump-mode trouble immediately. Repair is free at any franchised Spartan Fire dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2019-2021 Spartan Fire S-180 Pumper is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Spartan Fire dealer to schedule the free pump-shift harness terminal replacement that fixes the poor electrical connection so the vehicle can shift into pump mode.
- Bring any owner letter you received, and reference recall number 21V459 when you call.
- Keep the pumper out of pump-service duty until the terminal replacement is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Spartan Fire technician replaces the terminals on the pump shift harness so the electrical connection is corrected. The recall covers parts and labor at no charge. Spartan Fire has a general reimbursement plan on file for owners who already paid for this repair. Keep repair invoices and proof of payment, then contact Spartan Fire customer service or ask the service desk how to submit documentation under that plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| June 17, 2021 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| July 1, 2021 | Dealer notification began |
| July 8, 2021 | Dealer notification ended |
| July 8, 2021 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| July 9, 2021 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 21V459?
Recall 21V459 covers 62 2019-2021 Spartan Fire S-180 Pumper emergency vehicles with pump shift harness terminals that can create a poor electrical connection. That connection can keep the vehicle from shifting into pump mode, hindering firefighting efforts and increasing injury risk.
What should I do if my 2019-2021 Spartan Fire S-180 Pumper is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific emergency vehicle is included in recall 21V459. If it is, contact a Spartan Fire dealer to schedule replacement of the pump shift harness terminals. Reference recall number 21V459 or Spartan Fire recall number 21012 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Spartan Fire dealers will replace the terminals on the pump shift harness free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is that the pumper can fail to shift into pump mode during emergency response. If that happens, firefighting efforts can be hindered, increasing the risk of injury. The dealer repair replaces the incorrect harness terminals.
When were owners notified about recall 21V459?
Spartan Fire mailed owner notification letters on July 9, 2021. If your department did not receive a letter, check your VIN and call Spartan Fire customer service at 1-517-543-6400 or a Spartan Fire dealer with recall number 21V459.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/21V459000 |
|---|---|
| Spartan Fire customer service | 1-517-543-6400 |
| NHTSA recall # | 21V459 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 21V459000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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