2021 Seagrave Marauder problems, complaints & recalls

Defect: Seagrave Fire Apparatus, LLC (Seagrave) is recalling certain 2021 Capitol and Marauder vehicles equipped with Meritor 180 series drive pinions. The rear axle drive pinion may fracture.

Risk: 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.

Fix: Meritor will inspect and replace the drive pinion, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 23, 2022. Owners may contact Seagrave customer service at 1-877-777-5360.

Defect: Seagrave Fire Apparatus, LLC (Seagrave) is recalling certain 2011-2021 Marauder and Capitol firetrucks. The crossmember mounting plate may crack.

Risk: A cracked crossmember may cause popping or banging noises when turning or driving over rough roads, distracting the driver and increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will install a new crossmember, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 24, 2022. Owners may contact Seagrave customer service at 1-877-777-5360.

Defect: Seagrave Fire Apparatus, LLC (Seagrave) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Marauder, Attacker, and Capitol vehicles equipped with Cummins X12 engines. The fuel tubes between the fuel rail and the injectors for cylinders four, five, and six may fatigue and crack, which can result in a high pressure fuel leak.

Risk: A high pressure fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

Fix: On engines with 75 miles or less, dealers will install vibration isolators to the fuel tubes. Engines with more than 75 miles will receive new fuel tubes with vibration isolators. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 11, 2022. Owners may contact Cummins customer service at 1-800-286-6467. Seagrave's number for this recall is C2532.