2014 SPARTAN FIRE GLADIATOR Complaints and Recall Information

The 2014 SPARTAN FIRE GLADIATOR has 0 complaints and 5 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to the fire suppression system and electrical components as indicated by the recall data. No complaints have been officially recorded.

There are five recalls involving this vehicle that primarily affect the emergency fire suppression system and electrical system components. The recalls address defects in the pump shift solenoid and fire water pump solenoid that could impact firefighting performance.

• Fire suppression defect. Recall 21V567000 affects 52 vehicles. The pump shift solenoid may corrode internally, leading to a loss of power to the pump control module. This can result in decreased water pressure during firefighting, increasing the risk of injury. Dealers replace the solenoids free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 13, 2021.
• Electrical system corrosion. Recall 21V567000 also addresses the same corrosion issue in the pump shift solenoid on 52 vehicles. It causes loss of power to the pump control module, risking reduced firefighting capability. No "Do Not Drive" or "Park Outside" advisories apply. The remedy is free solenoid replacement by dealers.
• Fire water pump solenoid failure. Recall 21V329000 covers 2,130 vehicles. The fire water pump solenoid may corrode internally, leading to loss of pump control module power and impaired firefighting water pressure. Dealers perform free solenoid replacements. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 9, 2021.

Owners facing repeated repairs or unresolved recall issues related to safety systems or firefighting functions should review their rights under their state’s lemon law. Consulting a qualified attorney may help clarify available remedies.