Doors: latchRecall 25V-584 · Kme and Spartan Fire vehicles
Spartan Fire, LLC recall 25V-584 covers 1,261 Kme and Spartan Fire vehicles for a doors: latch problem, reported to NHTSA on September 6, 2025. The manufacturer's latest report (2026 Q3) shows 34% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 25V584000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
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.
The fix
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.
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
34%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from November 8, 2023 to August 19, 2025. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.