2016 SPARTAN FIRE METROSTAR Complaints and Recall Information

The 2016 SPARTAN FIRE METROSTAR has 0 complaints and 5 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to the pump control module affecting the firefighting water pump.

There are five recalls related to the electrical and fire suppression systems. These recalls address problems with solenoids that may corrode internally, causing loss of power to the pump control module which can reduce water pressure during fire suppression activities.

• Electrical system solenoid corrosion. NHTSA recall 21V329000 affects 2,130 vehicles. Spartan Fire is addressing corrosion in the fire water pump solenoid that can cause loss of power to the pump control module, increasing injury risk from loss of water pressure. Dealers will replace solenoids free of charge. Owner notification letters were sent July 9, 2021.
• Fire suppression pump solenoid failure. NHTSA recall 21V567000 covers 52 vehicles. Marion Body Works reports internal corrosion of the pump shift solenoid causing loss of power to the pump control module, which risks diminished water pressure. Dealers will replace the solenoids free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 13, 2021. This recall shares the same defect as 21V329000.
• Electrical system pump solenoid issue. NHTSA recall 21V567000 also covers the electrical system in the same 52 vehicles as above. It concerns corrosion causing loss of power to the pump control module. Dealers provide replacement solenoids at no cost. Owner letters were sent August 13, 2021. This recall is linked with 21V329000.

Owners dealing with repeated repairs or recall-related issues concerning pump control and firefighting capability should review their state’s lemon law provisions for potential rights. Addressing unresolved safety defects promptly is advised.