Ladder Lock Handle May Detach Allowing Ladder to Fall Into Road

Affected vehicles (3)

Component / system

Defect

Spartan Fire, LLC (Spartan) is recalling certain 2021-2023, 2025 Spartan Fire Legend, 2007, 2015-2026 Star Series, and 2019-2020 UST Body emergency vehicles. A handle may detach from the ladder lock assembly, allowing the ground ladders to fall off.

Risk / consequence

A detached handle or ladder can become a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the rod and handle as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 2, 2026. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan's number for this recall is 26001.

Chronology of events

1. Nov 12, 2025

   November 12, 2025 – Spartan received a claim of this issue from the Dealer. November 14 – December 2, 2025 – Spartan began investigation of the ladder lock assembly issue with Engineering and Production, as well as reviewed the issue with supplier.

2. Dec 3, 2025

   December 3, 2025 – Spartan issued product hold for production. December 4 - 9, 2025 – Spartan opened PSR, reviewed warranty, and continued problem-solving steps and root cause analysis.

3. Dec 11, 2025

   December 11, 2025 – Spartan identified potential population and conducted risk assessment.

4. Dec 15, 2025

   December 15, 2025 – Spartan escalated the issue to REV Group Management.

5. Dec 19, 2025

   December 19, 2025 – REV’s senior leadership approved a voluntary recall for this issue.

Notification schedule

Dealer notification

Jan 26, 2026 - Jan 30, 2026 No Dealers

Owner notification

Feb 02, 2026 - Feb 20, 2026 Phased Recall

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