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2018 Seagrave Capital problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2018 Seagrave Capital — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 3 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

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NHTSA complaints

3

Recalls

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Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

NCAP overall

How does 2018 compare to other Capital years?

Capital NHTSA complaints by model year, 2018 highlighted1 complaints2011: 0 complaints2012: 0 complaints2013: 0 complaints2014: 0 complaints2015: 0 complaints2016: 0 complaints2017: 0 complaints2018: 0 complaints2019: 0 complaints2020: 0 complaints2021: 0 complaints2022: 0 complaints
Capital NHTSA complaints by model year, 2018 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2018 Seagrave Capital have recalls?

3 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

22V010000Body & StructureJanuary 13, 2022 · 409 units

Defect

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

Consequence

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.

Remedy

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.

21V386000Fuel SystemMay 25, 2021 · 164 units

Defect

Seagrave Fire Apparatus, LLC (Seagrave) is recalling certain 2017-2020 Marauder, Attacker and Capitol vehicles. The sealing washer may not seat correctly in the pilot bore holes, allowing the high pressure fuel rail assembly to leak.

Consequence

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the rail threads, and replace the rail as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 18, 2021. Owners may contact Seagrave customer service at 1-877-777-5360.

18V897000LightingDecember 19, 2018 · 87 units

Defect

Seagrave Fire Apparatus, LLC (Seagrave) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Marauder and Capital emergency vehicles, equipped with Whelen accessory brake lights. Depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, the brake lights may falsely illuminate even without the brake pedal being pressed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Consequence

If the brake light falsely illuminate, other drivers could become confused, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Seagrave will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began February 8, 2019. Owners may contact Seagrave customer service at 715-823-2141.

2018 Seagrave Capital — common questions

Is the 2018 Seagrave Capital reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 3 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2018 Seagrave Capital have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2018 Seagrave Capital. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.