Recall 22V625 covers 1 2022 Spartan Fire Metrostar fire truck for an ECM short circuit. Cummins replaced the ECM free of charge.
Spartan Fire is recalling one 2022 Metrostar fire truck because the engine control module can short circuit, causing an unexpected engine shutdown. A stall increases crash risk, and the repair is free at a franchised Spartan Fire dealer.
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What's wrong?
The engine control module on the 2022 Spartan Fire Metrostar is the truck's engine computer. It reads sensors, manages fuel and other engine commands, and keeps the engine running as the driver asks for power. On an emergency response truck, that module has to keep sending clean electrical signals while the vehicle is moving or idling.
In the affected module, the problem started during supplier production. A screw in a soldering fixture moved out of place and pushed an electrolytic capacitor frame into the printed circuit board, the layered board that carries the module's electrical circuits. That contact can create an internal short circuit inside the engine control module. If the short occurs, the engine can shut down without warning.
There is no warning sign before failure. The driver is not expected to see a dash message, hear a noise, or feel a gradual change before the engine shuts down.
Who's affected?
| 2022 Spartan Fire Metrostar | Engine control module (ecu/ecm) |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 1 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2022 Spartan Fire Metrostar truck is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
An unexpected engine stall can increase the risk of a crash because the vehicle loses power without a warning sign. If your VIN is included, keep extra space in traffic, avoid unnecessary trips until the recall is confirmed, and arrange the dealer repair promptly. Repair is free at any franchised Spartan Fire dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2022 Spartan Fire Metrostar is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Spartan Fire service center to confirm the free ECM replacement that fixes the unexpected engine shut down.
- Reference recall number 22V625 and Spartan Fire recall 22004 when you call.
- Bring the recall notice if Spartan Fire mailed one, and ask the service desk to confirm whether the affected truck was repaired on September 21, 2022.
- Drive cautiously until the ECM replacement is confirmed complete; an unexpected engine stall can increase crash risk.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Spartan Fire technician replaces the engine control module, free of charge. The recall filing states the single affected vehicle was repaired September 21, 2022, so the recall repair is already complete for that vehicle. If you previously paid for an ECM repair tied to this recall, contact Spartan Fire customer service at 1-517-543-6400 about the general reimbursement plan on file and keep any repair documentation with your claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| August 15, 2022 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 22, 2022 | Dealer notification began |
| August 26, 2022 | Dealer notification ended |
| September 5, 2022 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| September 21, 2022 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 22V625?
Recall 22V625 covers 1 2022 Spartan Fire Metrostar fire truck with an engine control module that can short internally and shut the engine down unexpectedly. Cummins replaced the ECM for free.
What should I do if my 2022 Spartan Fire Metrostar is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific fire truck is included in recall 22V625. If it is, contact Spartan Fire customer service at 1-517-543-6400 and reference Spartan Fire recall number 22004. Spartan Fire reported that the single affected vehicle was repaired September 21, 2022.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Cummins replaced the engine control module free of charge for this recall. Spartan Fire reported that the single affected vehicle was already repaired.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is an unexpected engine stall. Spartan Fire reported that an internal short-circuit in the engine control module can shut the engine down without warning, increasing crash risk. The fix is ECM replacement, which Cummins completed free of charge.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/22V625000 |
|---|---|
| Spartan Fire customer service | 1-517-543-6400 |
| NHTSA recall # | 22V625 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 22V625000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →