Defect Description
Seagrave Fire Apparatus, LLC (Seagrave) is recalling one model year 2010 Seagrave Heavy Rescue Body Fire Truck manufactured January 5, 2010, to January 19, 2015 and built on a Spartan Motors Metro Star chassis. In the affected vehicle, the power steering fluid may overheat and cause the steering to unexpectedly lock during steering maneuvers.
Safety Consequence
If the steering locks, there could be a loss of control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Seagrave has notified the owner, and a Spartan Motors service provider will install a cooler to prevent the steering fluid from overheating, free of charge. The recall began October 21, 2016. Owners may contact Seagrave customer service at 1-715-823-2141 or Spartan Motors USA, Inc. at 1-800-543-5008. Seagrave's number for this recall is 15V-687/RSB16-260-00.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | SEAGRAVE | HEAVY RESCUE BODY |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.