Recall 25V706 affects 22 2020-2025 Alexis Fire Equipment Fire Apparatus trucks for cab-door latch binding. Repair is free at a franchised Alexis Fire Equipment dealer.
Alexis Fire Equipment is recalling 22 2020-2025 Fire Apparatus vehicles because the actuator lever arm in the Spartan cab door latch can bind or become wedged, stopping the door from opening. A stuck cab door can trap occupants inside and increase injury risk; Alexis Fire Equipment will complete the free repair.
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What's wrong?
The cab door latch on 2020-2025 Alexis Fire Equipment Fire Apparatus trucks is the mechanism that lets the crew open and close the cab door from inside or outside. The Latch Logic Assembly uses an actuator lever arm, a small moving piece inside the latch, to release the door when the handle is pulled.
On affected trucks built on Spartan chassis, that actuator lever arm was made to the wrong length. A progressive die, the tooling used to form the part, produced a shorter lever arm than intended. That shorter arm can bind or wedge inside the latch, leaving the door stuck closed or unable to latch and open as designed.
This can happen without warning. There is no warning sign before failure, so a door that worked on one call can fail the next time the crew tries to open it.
Who's affected?
Spans six model years, all tied to the same door-latch component.
| 2024 Alexis Fire Equipment Fire Apparatus | Latch |
|---|---|
| 2023 Alexis Fire Equipment Fire Apparatus | Latch |
| 2022 Alexis Fire Equipment Fire Apparatus | Latch |
| 2021 Alexis Fire Equipment Fire Apparatus | Latch |
| 2020 Alexis Fire Equipment Fire Apparatus | Latch |
| 2025 Alexis Fire Equipment Fire Apparatus | Latch |
| Units affected | 22 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 1 field incident to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
A door latch that fails to open can trap occupants inside the vehicle and increase the risk of injury. The failure can happen without warning, so confirm every door opens normally and schedule the latch inspection promptly if one sticks or will not open. Repair is free at any franchised Alexis Fire Equipment dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2020-2025 Alexis Fire Equipment Fire Apparatus is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Alexis Fire Equipment dealer to schedule the free door-latch inspection and replacement that fixes the actuator lever arm binding.
- Bring the recall notice Alexis Fire mailed. If it is not available, reference recall number 25V706 when you call.
- Keep the truck out of service if a cab door will not open normally; a stuck latch can trap occupants inside.
- Call Alexis Fire Equipment customer service at 1-309-482-6121 with questions about scheduling or repair status.
What happens at the repair
Alexis Fire Equipment will coordinate the inspection at the Alexis factory or through a local authorized dealer. At the dealer, an Alexis Fire Equipment technician inspects the Spartan cab door latches for the affected latch logic assembly. If the affected component is found, the technician replaces the defective door latch logic assembly. The inspection and repair are free under the recall, and the process is expected to take 60 minutes.
| Estimated time at dealer | 60 minutes |
|---|
Timeline
| October 16, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 27, 2025 | Dealer notification began |
| November 7, 2025 | Dealer notification ended |
| November 7, 2025 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V706?
Recall 25V706 covers 22 2020-2025 Alexis Fire Equipment Fire Apparatus vehicles with Spartan cab door latches. The actuator lever arm can bind or become wedged, preventing the cab door from opening. Dealers will inspect and replace the door latches as needed for free.
What should I do if my 2020-2025 Alexis Fire Equipment Fire Apparatus is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific fire apparatus is included in recall 25V706. If it is, contact an Alexis Fire Equipment dealer to schedule the door-latch inspection and any needed replacement. Reference recall number 25V706 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Alexis Fire Equipment dealers will inspect the cab door latches and replace them as needed, free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
A cab door that cannot be opened can trap occupants inside the vehicle and increase the risk of injury. If your VIN is included, arrange the dealer inspection and latch replacement before relying on the vehicle for service duty.
When were owners notified about recall 25V706?
Owner notification letters were mailed November 7, 2025. If you own one of these vehicles and did not receive a letter, check your VIN and contact Alexis Fire Equipment customer service at 1-309-482-6121 or an Alexis Fire Equipment dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V706000 |
|---|---|
| Alexis Fire Equipment customer service | 1-309-482-6121 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V706 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V706000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →