Spartan Fire recalls
40 NHTSA vehicle recalls since 2010 across 9 models.
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Latest Spartan Fire recalls
26V654000 · Spartan Fire, Llc2024 Spartan Fire MetrostarA node may become unresponsive and cause a loss of functionality of connected components, such as exterior lighting and pump-mode.EquipmentFree replacement1unitsOct 625V910000 · Spartan Fire, Llc2007–2026 Spartan Fire Legend Series, Spartan Fire Star Series, Spartan Fire Ust BodyA handle may detach from the ladder lock assembly, allowing the ground ladders to fall off.EquipmentFree replacement311unitsDec 2025
25V758000 · Marion Body Works Inc.2024–2025 Spartan Fire FC-94, Spartan Fire Gladiator, Spartan Fire MetrostarThe actuator lever arm in the cab door latch may bind or become wedged, preventing the door from opening.Body & latchesFree replacement51unitsNov 202525V584000 · Spartan Fire, Llc2023–2026 Kme Panther, Kme Predator, Kme Redundant Panther +moreThe actuator lever arm in the cab door latch may bind or become wedged, preventing the door from opening.Body & latchesFree replacement1,261unitsSep 202524V799000 · Spartan Fire, Llc2024–2025 Kme Panther, Spartan Fire FC-94, Spartan Fire Gladiator +moreA missing mechanical stop may allow the cab tilt cylinder to be overextended.EquipmentFree replacement50unitsOct 2024
24V507000 · Spartan Fire, Llc2023–2025 Kme Panther, Spartan Fire Gladiator, Spartan Fire MetrostarThe lower control arm retention bolts could become brittle and break after being tightened.Steering & suspensionFree replacement48unitsJul 2024
24V453000 · Spartan Fire, Llc2017–2019 Spartan Fire Gladiator, Spartan Fire MetrostarThe service brake may take longer than expected to engage.Brakes & stabilityFree replacement17unitsJun 2024
24V323000 · Spartan Fire, Llc2022–2024 Spartan Fire FC-94, Spartan Fire Gladiator, Spartan Fire MetrostarThe seat mount fastener may be undersized and could break.Seats & beltsFree replacement100unitsMay 2024
24V181000 · Spartan Fire, Llc2023–2024 Kme Redundant Panther, Spartan Fire Commercial, Spartan Fire FC-94 +moreIn the event of a short circuit or wiring failure, the firmware in the node may fail to shut off the output pin, resulting in…ElectricalFree repair42unitsMar 202423V818000 · Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.2020 Kme Predator, Kme Severe Service, Spartan Fire MetrostarIn the event of a short circuit or wiring failure, the firmware in the vehicle multiplex system may fail to shut off the output…ElectricalFree repair22unitsDec 202323V808000 · Spartan Fire, Llc2020–2023 Kme Aerial Fire Apparatus, Kme Pumper Fire Apparatus, Smeal Aerial +moreIn the event of a short circuit or wiring failure, the firmware in the vehicle multiplex system may fail to shut off the output…ElectricalFree repair69unitsDec 202323V747000 · Custom Fire Apparatus, Inc.2021–2024 Spartan Fire FC-94, Spartan Fire Gladiator, Spartan Fire MetrostarA defect in the inversion valve may delay the park brake setting after engagement, which could allow the vehicle to move…Brakes & stabilityFree replacement10unitsNov 202323V631000 · Spartan Fire, Llc2021–2024 Kme Redundant Panther, Kme Redundant Predator, Spartan Fire FC-94 +moreA defect in the inversion valve may delay park brake engagement, which could allow the vehicle to move unintentionally.Brakes & stabilityFree replacement660unitsSep 202323V389000 · Spartan Fire, Llc2018–2021 Spartan Fire Gladiator, Spartan Fire MetrostarThe rope rescue anchor point (hoist ring) may have been improperly assembled, which can allow a hinge pin to separate from the…EquipmentFree replacement5unitsJun 202323V192000 · Spartan Fire, Llc2020–2023 Spartan Fire Gladiator, Spartan Fire MetrostarThe front-drive steer axle fasteners may loosen, resulting in a complete separation of the axle assembly joints.Steering & suspensionFree replacement12unitsMar 2023
23V156000 · Spartan Fire, Llc2022–2024 Kme Redundant Panther, Spartan Fire FC-94, Spartan Fire Gladiator +moreAfter the vehicle is reversed, the transmission control module (TCM) may fail to achieve the 4th gear lockup needed to initiate…Engine & powertrainFree software update166unitsMar 202322V879000 · Alexis Fire Equipment Company2021–2023 Spartan Fire FC-94, Spartan Fire MetrostarThe tie rod clamps may have been improperly heat-treated, causing them to fail and allowing the tie rods to separate.Steering & suspensionFree replacement20unitsNov 202222V871000 · Marion Body Works Inc.2021–2023 Kme Panther, Kme Redundant Panther, Spartan Fire FC-94 +moreThe tie rod clamps may have been improperly heat-treated, causing them to fail and allowing the tie rods to separate.Steering & suspensionFree replacement6unitsNov 202222V778000 · Spartan Fire, Llc2021–2023 Kme Panther, Kme Redundant Panther, Spartan Fire FC-94 +moreThe tie rod clamps may have been improperly heat-treated, causing them to fail and allowing the tie rods to separate.Steering & suspensionFree replacement225unitsOct 202222V780000 · Precision Industries, Inc.2021 Spartan Fire MetrostarThe electrical multiplex module had an additional resistor incorrectly installed on the printed circuit board, which can disrupt…ElectricalFree replacement2unitsOct 202222V682000 · Spartan Fire, Llc2022 Spartan Fire Gladiator, Spartan Fire MetrostarThe front wheel parking brake may not engage.Brakes & stabilityFree repair8unitsSep 202222V625000 · Spartan Fire, Llc2022 Spartan Fire MetrostarThe engine control module (ECM) may experience an internal short-circuit, which can result in an unexpected engine shut down.Engine & powertrainFree replacement1unitsAug 202222V539000 · Spartan Fire, Llc2020–2021 Spartan Fire Gladiator, Spartan Fire MetrostarThere may be a loose neutral screw connection within the QO Plug-On Neutral Load Center.ElectricalFree replacement25unitsJul 202222V373000 · Spartan Fire, Llc2021–2023 Spartan Fire FC-94, Spartan Fire Gladiator, Spartan Fire MetrostarAn additional resistor was incorrectly installed on the printed circuit board, which can disrupt CAN network communication and…ElectricalFree replacement27unitsMay 202222V019000 · Marion Body Works Inc.2021–2022 Spartan Fire Gladiator, Spartan Fire MetrostarThe rear axle drive pinion may fracture.Engine & powertrainFree replacement22unitsJan 2022