NHTSA vehicle safety data
2024 KME Panther Recalls, Ratings & Complaints
The 2024 KME Panther has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns and 0 owner complaints on file as of October 16, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized KME dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2024 KME Panther. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
NHTSA #25V584000Reported September 6, 2025 · Spartan Fire, LLC
Potentially affected: 1,261 vehicles
Defect description
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.
Safety consequence
A door that cannot be opened may trap occupants inside the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
Manufacturer 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.
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM
NHTSA #24V507000Reported July 2, 2024 · Spartan Fire, LLC
Potentially affected: 48 vehicles
Defect description
Spartan Fire, LLC (Spartan Fire) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Gladiator, 2024-2025 Metro Star and 2024 KME Panther vehicles equipped with certain independent front suspension assemblies. The lower control arm retention bolts could become brittle and break after being tightened.
Safety consequence
A broken bolt head can become a projectile, increasing the risk of an injury.
Manufacturer remedy
Spartan Fire will replace the bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 5, 2024. Owners may contact Spartan Fire customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan Fire's number for this recall is 24010.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Other KME Panther model years
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