2021 Kme Panther Problems: 0 Complaints, 3 Recalls

The worst 2021 Kme Panther problems

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Parking brakeReported November 26, 2023 · 44 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Predator, Panther, and Severe Service fire trucks. A defect in the inversion valve may delay park brake engagement, which could allow the vehicle to move unintentionally. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 121, "Air Brake Systems."
Risk: Unintentional vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the inversion valves as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 24, 2024. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1‑800‑235‑3928.

Recall number 23V798000 · Recall details

Steering: linkages: tie rod assemblyReported November 23, 2022 · 6 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Marion Body Works Inc. (Marion) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Spartan Fire Gladiator, MetroStar, FC-94 and KME Panther fire trucks. The tie rod clamps may have been improperly heat-treated, causing them to fail and allowing the tie rods to separate.
Risk: Tie rod separation can result in a sudden loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace both tie rod clamps, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 13, 2022. Owners may contact Marion's customer service at 1‑715‑754‑5261. Marion's number for this recall is 22V‑778.

Recall number 22V871000 · Recall details

Steering: linkages: tie rod assemblyReported October 17, 2022 · 225 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Spartan Fire, LLC (Spartan Fire) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Gladiator, MetroStar, FC-94, and KME Panther emergency vehicles. The tie rod clamps may have been improperly heat-treated, causing them to fail and allowing the tie rods to separate.
Risk: Tie rod separation can result in a sudden loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the tie rod clamps, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 2, 2022. Owners may contact Spartan Fire's customer service at 1‑517‑543‑6400. Spartan Fire's number for this recall is 22007.

Recall number 22V778000 · Recall details

Is the 2021 Kme Panther reliable?

Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2021 Kme Panther.

What is the most common problem with the 2021 Kme Panther?

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How many recalls does the 2021 Kme Panther have?

3 recalls, covering parking brake and steering.

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