CarRecallWatchThe 2023 KME Redundant Panther has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
2023 KME Redundant Panther recalls
Cab Door May Not Open, Trapping Occupants
The actuator lever arm in the cab door latch can bind or become wedged, which may stop the door from opening.
Parking Brake May Engage Slowly, Risking Unintended Movement
Certain 2021-2023 KME fire trucks may have a defective inversion valve in the parking brake system.
Parking Brake May Engage Late, Allowing Unintended Movement
The inversion valve in the parking brake system of certain fire emergency vehicles may delay parking brake engagement.
Firetruck May Fail to Start Water Pump, Raising Fire Risk
Certain 2022 and 2023 Spartan Fire and KME firetrucks, including the Gladiator, Metro Star, FC-94 and Panther models, may have a transmission control module that fails to reach the fourth gear lockup needed to start the water pump after the vehicle is put in reverse.
Steering tie rods may separate, causing loss of steering
Certain fire trucks have tie rod clamps that may have been improperly heat-treated.
Steering Tie Rods May Separate, Causing Loss of Steering
Certain emergency vehicles built on these chassis have tie rod clamps that may have been improperly heat-treated.
2023 KME Redundant Panther questions
Does the 2023 KME Redundant Panther have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2023 KME Redundant Panther: Cab Door May Not Open, Trapping Occupants; Parking Brake May Engage Slowly, Risking Unintended Movement; Parking Brake May Engage Late, Allowing Unintended Movement; Firetruck May Fail to Start Water Pump, Raising Fire Risk; Steering tie rods may separate, causing loss of steering. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
How do I check if a recall on my 2023 KME Redundant Panther has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.