KME Panther recalls by year
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
10 recalls found for the KME Panther in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, and 1 owner complaint. Choose a model year:
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 KME Panther | 1 | 0 |
| 2025 KME Panther | 3 | 0 |
| 2024 KME Panther | 2 | 0 |
| 2023 KME Panther | 2 | 0 |
| 2021 KME Panther | 3 | 0 |
| 2014 KME Panther | 1 | 0 |
| 2013 KME Panther | 3 | 0 |
| 2012 KME Panther | 2 | 1 |
| 2011 KME Panther | 1 | 0 |
| 2010 KME Panther | 1 | 0 |
| 2009 KME Panther | 1 | 0 |
| 2006 KME Panther | 1 | 0 |
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Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.
NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A KME dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.
Newest KME Panther recalls
- Sep 6, 202525V584000Latches/locks/linkages1,261 vehiclesSpartan Fire FC-94, Spartan Fire Gladiator and 5 more models
The actuator lever arm in the cab door latch may bind or become wedged, preventing the door from opening.
- Oct 24, 202424V799000Equipment50 vehiclesSpartan Fire FC-94, Spartan Fire Metrostar and 2 more models
A missing mechanical stop may allow the cab tilt cylinder to be overextended.
- Jul 2, 202424V507000Suspension48 vehiclesSpartan Fire Gladiator, Spartan Fire Metrostar and 1 more model
The lower control arm retention bolts could become brittle and break after being tightened.
- Nov 26, 202323V798000Parking brake44 vehiclesKME Severe Service, redundant Panther and 3 more models
A defect in the inversion valve may delay park brake engagement, which could allow the vehicle to move unintentionally.
- Nov 23, 202222V871000Steering6 vehiclesSpartan Fire FC-94, Spartan Fire Gladiator and 3 more models
The tie rod clamps may have been improperly heat-treated, causing them to fail and allowing the tie rods to separate.
- Oct 17, 202222V778000Steering225 vehiclesSpartan Fire FC-94, Spartan Fire Gladiator and 3 more models
The tie rod clamps may have been improperly heat-treated, causing them to fail and allowing the tie rods to separate.
- Jul 25, 201414V455000Seat belts10 vehiclesKME Panther and Predator
When the button is pressed to release the seat belt, the latch plate can become partially engaged with the buckle, making the seat belt difficult to unlatch.
- May 9, 201313V187000Steering695 vehiclesKME Panther, Predator and 3 more models
The grease fitting in the steering column shaft may get caught in the column cover.
Other KME models
- KME Predator22 recalls
- KME Predator SS Aerial16 recalls
- KME Predator Aerial14 recalls
- KME Predator Pumper11 recalls
- KME Predator SS11 recalls
- KME Predator SS Pumper11 recalls
- KME Predator Panther Pumper8 recalls
- KME Predator Rescue8 recalls
- KME Predator Panther7 recalls
- KME Predator Panther Aerial7 recalls
- KME Predator TDA7 recalls
- KME redundant Panther7 recalls