Kme Panther recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

July 2, 2024

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Spartan Fire, LLC recalls 2023–2025 Kme Panther, Gladiator, Metrostar

Recall number

24V507000

Brand / firm

Kme, Spartan Fire

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 48 units

Why it was recalled

A broken bolt head can become a projectile, increasing the risk of an injury.

What was recalled

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.

What to do

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.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.