Overloaded Electrical System May Cause Fire
Recall Information
| Manufacturer | Spartan Fire, LLC |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 24V181000 |
| Report Received Date | 3/7/2024 |
| Component | N/A |
| Vehicles Affected | 42 |
| Completion Rate | 17.95% |
| Recall Category | Vehicle |
| Software Recall | Yes |
| OTA Update | No |
Description
Spartan Fire, LLC (Spartan Fire) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Gladiator, MetroStar, 2024 Commercial, FC-94, and KME Panther trucks equipped with Hercules HC 1.7 multiplex nodes. In the event of a short circuit or wiring failure, the firmware in the node may fail to shut off the output pin, resulting in overloaded electrical circuits.
Issue
Overloaded electrical circuits can overheat, increasing the risk of fire.
Consequence Summary
Overloaded electrical circuits can overheat, increasing the risk of fire.
Corrective Action
Weldon will update the firmware, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 8, 2024. Owners may contact Spartan Fire customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan Fire's number for this recall is 24003.
