Report Date
Sep 6, 2025
Component
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Affected Vehicles
21
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 Consequence
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.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | KME | PANTHER |
| 2023 | KME | redundant PANTHER |
| 2023 | SPARTAN FIRE | FC-94 |
| 2023 | SPARTAN FIRE | GLADIATOR |
| 2023 | SPARTAN FIRE | METROSTAR |
| 2024 | KME | PANTHER |
| 2024 | KME | PREDATOR |
| 2024 | KME | redundant PANTHER |
| 2024 | KME | redundant PREDATOR |
| 2024 | SPARTAN FIRE | FC-94 |
| 2024 | SPARTAN FIRE | GLADIATOR |
| 2024 | SPARTAN FIRE | METROSTAR |
| 2025 | KME | PANTHER |
| 2025 | KME | PREDATOR |
| 2025 | SPARTAN FIRE | FC-94 |
| 2025 | SPARTAN FIRE | GLADIATOR |
| 2025 | SPARTAN FIRE | METROSTAR |
| 2026 | KME | PANTHER |
| 2026 | SPARTAN FIRE | FC-94 |
| 2026 | SPARTAN FIRE | GLADIATOR |
| 2026 | SPARTAN FIRE | METROSTAR |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.