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2024 KME redundant PANTHER recalls

NHTSA campaigns received 2010 to 2026-09-30 that list the 2024 model year.

The 2024 KME redundant PANTHER is covered by 3 recall campaigns. Repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN to see which are still open.

Campaign	Received	Component
25V584000	2025-09-06	Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch
24V181000	2024-03-07	Electrical System
23V156000	2023-03-23	Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm)

Each recall: problem, risk and fix

Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch (25V584000, 2025-09-06)

Problem: 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.

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

Free fix: 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.

Spartan Fire, LLC · 1,261 vehicles · NHTSA record

Electrical System (24V181000, 2024-03-07)

Problem: Spartan Fire, LLC (Spartan Fire) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Gladiator, MetroStar, 2024 Commercial, FC-94, and KME Panther trucks equipped with Hercules HC 1.7 multiplex nodes. In the event of a short circuit or wiring failure, the firmware in the node may fail to shut off the output pin, resulting in overloaded electrical circuits.

Risk: Overloaded electrical circuits can overheat, increasing the risk of fire.

Free fix: Weldon will update the firmware, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 8, 2024. Owners may contact Spartan Fire customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan Fire's number for this recall is 24003.

Spartan Fire, LLC · 42 vehicles · NHTSA record

Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm) (23V156000, 2023-03-23)

Problem: Spartan Fire LLC (Spartan Fire) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Gladiator, Metro Star, FC-94 and KME Panther firetrucks. After the vehicle is reversed, the transmission control module (TCM) may fail to achieve the 4th gear lockup needed to initiate the water pump.

Risk: A firetruck that is unable to pump water increases the risk of injury during a fire.

Free fix: Dealers will update the TCM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 27, 2023. Owners may contact Spartan Fire customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan Fire's number for this recall is 23007.

Spartan Fire, LLC · 166 vehicles · NHTSA record

A recall covers a make, model and year range; whether one specific vehicle is affected or already repaired is confirmed by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or by a dealer. Recall repairs are free. Source: NHTSA recall flat file (public domain), campaigns received since January 2010.

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