Campaign 25V-584

Actuator lever arm in the cab door latch may bind or become wedged, preventing the door from opening

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Defect summary

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.

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.

Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file, campaign 25V584000. Text as published by NHTSA.
Vehicles covered

7 product lines are covered

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA about latches and locks on these vehicles: 0, of which 0 involved a crash, fire, injury or death. Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Vehicles covered by campaign 25V-584
MakeModelModel yearsComplaints on this component
KMEPanther2023 to 20260
KMEPredator2024 to 20250
KMERedundant Panther2023 to 20240
KMERedundant Predator20240
Spartan FireFC-942023 to 20260
Spartan FireGladiator2023 to 20260
Spartan FireMetrostar2023 to 20260
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls and complaints files. Equipment, tire and child-seat campaigns list products, not vehicles.