Known Recalls

Recall campaign · NHTSA 25V584000

Latches/locks/linkages: doors: latch

Spartan Fire, LLC filed this campaign with NHTSA on 2025-09-06.

Recall campaignNHTSA 25V584000

Latches/locks/linkages: doors: latch

Component
Latches/locks/linkages: doors: latch
Manufacturer
Spartan Fire, LLC
Vehicles affected
1,261
Reported to NHTSA
2025-09-06
Owners notified
2025-10-20

Defect description

Spartan Fire, LLC (Spartan) is recalling certain 2023-2026 Gladiator, Metrostar, FC-94, KME Panther, and 2024-2025 Predator vehicles. The actuator lever arm in the cab door latch may bind or become wedged, preventing the door from opening.

Safety risk

A door that cannot be opened may trap occupants inside the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the door latches as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 20, 2025. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan's number for this recall is 25010.

Scope of coverage

21 model years across 7 models.

ModelYears on record
KME Panther2026 2025 2024 2023
KME Predator2025 2024
KME Redundant Panther2024 2023
KME Redundant Predator2024
SPARTAN FIRE FC-942026 2025 2024 2023
SPARTAN FIRE Gladiator2026 2025 2024 2023
SPARTAN FIRE Metrostar2026 2025 2024 2023

Safety recall repairs are provided free of charge by franchised dealers, regardless of vehicle age or mileage. This page displays aggregated data for the model year. To check recall status for a specific vehicle, search its VIN at nhtsa.gov.