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2026 KME Panther recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

1 recall found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 2026 KME Panther. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

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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.

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2026 KME Panther recalls, newest first

September 6, 2025NHTSA 25V5840001,261 vehicles potentially affected

Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › Latch

Summary
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.
Consequence
A door that cannot be opened may trap occupants inside the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
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.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

No owner complaints about the 2026 KME Panther were found in NHTSA’s complaint data.

Other KME Panther years

Most recalled 2026 vehicles

  1. 2026 Volvo VNL (4) (15 recalls)
  2. 2026 Ford Explorer (14 recalls)
  3. 2026 IC Bus Cesb (13 recalls)
  4. 2026 Grand Design Lineage (10 recalls)
  5. 2026 Ford Bronco (9 recalls)
All of 2026’s most recalled vehicles

Questions

Does the 2026 KME Panther have any recalls?
1 recall found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: latches/locks/linkages. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 2026 KME Panther recall has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a KME dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2026 KME Panther?
0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.