Recall 23V-156: 2022–2024 Kme Redundant Panther, 2022–2024 Spartan Fire FC-94 and 2 more
Spartan Fire, LLC recall for power train, reported to NHTSA on Mar 23, 2023, covering about 166 vehicles.
The problem
Spartan Fire LLC (Spartan Fire) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Gladiator, Metro Star, FC-94 and KME Panther firetrucks. After the vehicle is reversed, the transmission control module (TCM) may fail to achieve the 4th gear lockup needed to initiate the water pump.
The risk
A firetruck that is unable to pump water increases the risk of injury during a fire.
The fix
Dealers will update the TCM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 27, 2023. Owners may contact Spartan Fire customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan Fire's number for this recall is 23007.
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.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Spartan Fire, LLC |
|---|---|
| Component | Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm) |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 23V156000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Kme Redundant Panther | 2022, 2023, 2024 | All years |
| Spartan Fire FC-94 | 2022, 2023, 2024 | All years |
| Spartan Fire Gladiator | 2022, 2023, 2024 | All years |
| Spartan Fire Metrostar | 2022, 2023, 2024 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 23V-156?
Spartan Fire LLC (Spartan Fire) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Gladiator, Metro Star, FC-94 and KME Panther firetrucks. After the vehicle is reversed, the transmission control module (TCM) may fail to achieve the 4th gear lockup needed to initiate the water pump.
How is recall 23V-156 fixed?
Dealers will update the TCM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 27, 2023. Owners may contact Spartan Fire customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan Fire's number for this recall is 23007.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.