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2021-2023 Kme Panther, Kme Redundant Panther and others recall: tie rod assembly

Spartan Fire, LLC reported this safety recall on October 17, 2022. It covers about 225 vehicles.

vehicles affected
225
reported
Oct 17, 2022
owners notified
Dec 2, 2022

Steering: linkages: tie rod assembly

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

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 22V778000

Is there a recall on the 2021-2023 Kme Panther, Kme Redundant Panther and others tie rod assembly?

Yes. Recall 22V778000, reported on October 17, 2022, covers about 225 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 22V778000?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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