Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch

NHTSA recall 25V584000 · announced September 6, 2025 · filed by Spartan Fire, Llc · 1,261 units affected

The 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.

The risk

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

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.

Vehicles covered by this recall

• 2023 Kme Panther
• 2024 Kme Panther
• 2025 Kme Panther
• 2026 Kme Panther
• 2024 Kme Predator
• 2025 Kme Predator
• 2023 Kme Redundant Panther
• 2024 Kme Redundant Panther
• 2024 Kme Redundant Predator
• 2023 Spartan Fire Fc-94
• 2024 Spartan Fire Fc-94
• 2025 Spartan Fire Fc-94
• 2026 Spartan Fire Fc-94
• 2023 Spartan Fire Gladiator
• 2024 Spartan Fire Gladiator
• 2025 Spartan Fire Gladiator
• 2026 Spartan Fire Gladiator
• 2023 Spartan Fire Metrostar
• 2024 Spartan Fire Metrostar
• 2025 Spartan Fire Metrostar
• 2026 Spartan Fire Metrostar

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.