Cab tilt cylinder may overextend and drop the cab
Defect Summary
Spartan fire, llc (spartan) is recalling certain 2024-2025 metro star, fc-94, 2025 gladiator, and kme panther vehicles. a missing mechanical stop may allow the cab tilt cylinder to be overextended.
Safety Consequence
Overextension of the cab tilt cylinder can cause the cab to drop, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and replace the cylinder as necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed november 19, 2024. owners may contact spartan customer service at 1-517-543-6400. spartan's number for this recall is 24014.
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FAQ: Recall 24V799000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 24V799000?
NHTSA recall 24V799000 was issued by Spartan Fire, Llc on October 24, 2024. It addresses: Cab tilt cylinder may overextend and drop the cab. The recall affects approximately 50 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Spartan Fire, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 24V799000 or the manufacturer campaign number 24014. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.