NHTSA Recall 23V156000: Power train: control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
Spartan Fire, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 166 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Kme Redundant Panther.
| NHTSA campaign | 23V156000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 23007 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION › CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM) |
| Report received | March 23, 2023 |
| Owner notification | April 27, 2023 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Spartan Fire LLC (Spartan Fire) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Gladiator, Metro Star, FC-94 and KME Panther firetrucks. After the vehicle is reversed, the transmission control module (TCM) may fail to achieve the 4th gear lockup needed to initiate the water pump.
Safety risk
A firetruck that is unable to pump water increases the risk of injury during a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will update the TCM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 27, 2023. Owners may contact Spartan Fire customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan Fire's number for this recall is 23007.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 23V156000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Kme Redundant Panther | 2022, 2023, 2024 |
| Spartan Fire FC-94 | 2022, 2023, 2024 |
| Spartan Fire Gladiator | 2022, 2023, 2024 |
| Spartan Fire Metrostar | 2022, 2023, 2024 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.