Recall 22V019000
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
Marion Body Works Inc. (Marion Body Works) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Spartan Gladiator, MetroStar, and MetroStar-RT vehicles equipped with Meritor 180 series drive pinions. The rear axle drive pinion may fracture.
Safety Consequence
A fractured drive pinion may contact the brake drop hose, and unintentionally engage the parking brake without detection, or without the brake lights activating, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Meritor will inspect and replace the drive pinion, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 28, 2022. Owners may contact Marion Body Works customer service at 1-715-754-5261. Marion Body Works number for this recall is 21V-899.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | SPARTAN FIRE | GLADIATOR |
| 2021 | SPARTAN FIRE | METROSTAR |
| 2022 | SPARTAN FIRE | GLADIATOR |
| 2022 | SPARTAN FIRE | METROSTAR |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.