Spartan Fire, KME 2023–2026 Latches/Locks/Linkages recall
Recalled September 6, 2025 · NHTSA recall 25V584000 · Spartan Fire
Hazard
A door that cannot be opened may trap occupants inside the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
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.
Units
1,261 units
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.
What to do
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.
Product
Spartan Fire FC-94 · Spartan Fire GLADIATOR · Spartan Fire METROSTAR · Spartan Fire PANTHER · Spartan Fire PREDATOR · Spartan Fire redundant PANTHER · Spartan Fire redundant PREDATOR
Manufacturer(s)
Spartan Fire, LLC · Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov →