2025 KME Panther, 2024–2025 Spartan Fire FC-94, 2025 Spartan Fire Gladiator and 1 other model Recall: A missing mechanical stop may allow the cab tilt cylinder to be…
NHTSA campaign 24V799000 · Equipment · filed Oct 24, 2024 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Spartan Fire, LLC (Spartan) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Metro Star, FC-94, 2025 Gladiator, and KME Panther vehicles. A missing mechanical stop may allow the cab tilt cylinder to be overextended.
The risk
Overextension of the cab tilt cylinder can cause the cab to drop, increasing the risk of injury.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
Dealers will inspect and replace the cylinder as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 19, 2024. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan's number for this recall is 24014.
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 nhtsa.gov.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| KME | Panther | 2025 |
| Spartan Fire | FC-94 | 2024, 2025 |
| Spartan Fire | Gladiator | 2025 |
| Spartan Fire | Metrostar | 2024, 2025 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 24V799000 (manufacturer number 24014). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.