Spartan Fire, Kme recall 25V584000 - Latch

NHTSA · September 6, 2025

• NHTSA recall campaign 25V584000 (Spartan Fire, Kme), reported September 6, 2025.
• Potentially affected vehicles: 1,261.
• Component: Latch.
• Details as of October 24, 2026; the linked official notice is authoritative for lot codes, VINs, and remedies.

Agency

NHTSA

Posted

September 6, 2025

Recalling firm

Spartan Fire, LLC

Source ID

25V584000

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How this recall compares

• NHTSA's recalls file lists 38 recall campaigns from Spartan Fire, LLC since 2010, 3 of them reported in 2025.
• At 1,261 vehicles, it is larger than 60% of the 994 NHTSA campaigns from 2025 with a count of potentially affected vehicles.

Defect

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.

Consequence

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

Corrective action

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

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