Electrical system: wiringRecall 23V-818 · Kme and Spartan Fire vehicles
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. recall 23V-818 covers 22 Kme and Spartan Fire vehicles for a electrical system: wiring problem, reported to NHTSA on December 6, 2023. The manufacturer's latest report (2025 Q4) shows 0% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 23V818000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2020 Severe Service, Predator, and Spartan MetroStar trucks. In the event of a short circuit or wiring failure, the firmware in the vehicle multiplex system may fail to shut off the output pin, resulting in overloaded electrical circuits.
The risk
Overloaded electrical circuits can overheat, increasing the risk of fire.
The fix
Dealers will work with the equipment manufacturer to update the firmware, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 24, 2024. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3928.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
0%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.