Recall 10V386 covers 64 2007-2009 Kme Predator emergency vehicles with engine software that can shut down unexpectedly. Detroit Diesel performs the repair for free.
Kme is recalling 64 2007-2009 Predator emergency vehicles equipped with Detroit Diesel Series 60 engines because the engine software can shut the engine down when a diesel particulate filter over-temperature condition is detected. An unexpected shutdown can hamper rescue operations and put first responders or the public at risk; the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The Detroit Diesel Series 60 engine in 2007-2009 Kme Predator emergency vehicles provides the power that moves the vehicle and runs through the engine cooling and emissions controls. One of those controls is the diesel particulate filter, which traps soot in the exhaust system and uses software to watch for excess filter temperature.
On affected Predators, the engine software reacts to a diesel particulate filter over-temperature condition by shutting the engine down unexpectedly. The problem is the control logic: an emissions temperature event leads to a loss of engine power while the vehicle is in service.
There is no warning sign before failure. The shutdown happens when the software detects the over-temperature condition, so a driver who loses engine power without warning should have the vehicle handled as part of this recall.
Who's affected?
Spans the 2007, 2008, and 2009 model years, with engine and engine cooling listed for each model year.
| 2007 Kme Predator | Engine and engine cooling |
|---|---|
| 2008 Kme Predator | Engine and engine cooling |
| 2009 Kme Predator | Engine and engine cooling |
| Units affected | 64 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
The safety concern is an unexpected engine shutdown in an emergency vehicle, with rescue operations hampered and first responders or the public put at risk. Arrange service promptly and limit emergency use until the issue is addressed. Repair will be free at any franchised Kme dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2007-2009 Kme Predator is included in this recall.
- Review the owner notice from Kme or Detroit Diesel for the repair instructions tied to this vehicle.
- Contact Detroit Diesel at 1-800-547-0712 to confirm whether the engine-software repair has been completed.
- Reference recall number 10V386 when you call, and explain that the repair addresses unexpected Detroit Diesel Series 60 engine shutdown during a diesel particulate filter over-temperature condition.
- Keep the vehicle out of emergency service until the recall repair status is confirmed.
What happens at the repair
The filing says affected customers were contacted and that Detroit Diesel performs the repair for the engine software issue tied to defect report 10E-005. At service, Kme should coordinate the Detroit Diesel repair path for the Series 60 engine software that can shut the engine down during a diesel particulate filter over-temperature condition. The final dealer repair will be free once available through the recall process. The source does not state a repair time or a separate reimbursement program, so ask the service desk to confirm the repair path for your VIN before arranging service.
Timeline
| August 26, 2010 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| September 10, 2010 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 10V386?
Recall 10V386 covers 64 2007-2009 Kme Predator emergency vehicles with Detroit Diesel Series 60 engines. Engine software can shut the engine down during a diesel particulate filter over-temperature condition, which can hamper rescue operations and put first responders or the public at risk.
What should I do if my 2007-2009 Kme Predator is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific emergency vehicle is included in recall 10V386. If it is, contact Detroit Diesel at 1-800-547-0712 and reference recall 10V386 and Detroit Diesel defect report 10E-005. Detroit Diesel performs the engine software repair.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the recall repair at no cost to the owner, and the remedy for this campaign is handled through Detroit Diesel. Keep the recall number and Detroit Diesel defect report 10E-005 available when you call for service.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is an unexpected engine shutdown during emergency vehicle operation. For a Kme Predator, that shutdown can hamper rescue operations and put first responders or the public at risk. Confirm the VIN before scheduling service, because the year and model alone do not decide inclusion.
What if I bought this Kme Predator used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. If you did not receive the original notice, check your VIN and contact Detroit Diesel at 1-800-547-0712 with recall 10V386 before arranging service.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/10V386000 |
|---|---|
| Kme customer service | 1-800-547-0712 |
| NHTSA recall # | 10V386 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 10V386000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) - Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 3, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →