Campaign 26V-654

Node may become unresponsive and cause a loss of functionality of connected components, such as exterior lighting and pump-mode

Defect summary

Spartan Fire, LLC (Spartan) is recalling one 2024 Metrostar emergency vehicle. A node may become unresponsive and cause a loss of functionality of connected components, such as exterior lighting and pump-mode.

Consequence

A loss of exterior lights can reduce the visibility of the vehicle to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash. A loss of pump-mode function may prevent or delay the use of emergency equipment, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Spartan Fire will work with Fire Research Corporation to replace the I/O Nodes, free of charge. The owner notification letter is expected to be mailed November 1, 2026. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan's number for this recall is 26017.

Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file, campaign 26V654000. Text as published by NHTSA.

Vehicles covered

One product line is covered

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA about equipment on these vehicles: 0, of which 0 involved a crash, fire, injury or death. Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Vehicles covered by campaign 26V-654
Make	Model	Model years	Complaints on this component
Spartan Fire	Metrostar	2024	0

Source: NHTSA ODI recalls and complaints files. Equipment, tire and child-seat campaigns list products, not vehicles.

Investigation

No NHTSA investigation is linked to this recall

Most recalls are started by the manufacturer. This one lists "Manufacturer" as its origin.

Before the recall

No service bulletins on this component preceded the recall

Distinct manufacturer communications on the same component group, make, model and model year in the 24 months before the report date.

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications file.

Service bulletins

25V-910 Dec 23, 2025
Handle may detach from the ladder lock assembly, allowing the ground ladders to fall off
24V-799 Oct 24, 2024
Missing mechanical stop may allow the cab tilt cylinder to be overextended
23V-389 Jun 1, 2023
Rope rescue anchor point (hoist ring) may have been improperly assembled, which can allow a hinge pin to separate from the ring
21V-459 Jun 17, 2021
Pump shift harness may have incorrect terminals, which could result in a poor electrical connection
20V-353 Jun 15, 2020
Monitor is used to direct the water stream and adjust the spray pattern