Recall 16V926 covers 10 Kme Predator Aerial and Predator SS Aerial vehicles for S-cam brakes that engage unexpectedly. Free repair at any franchised Kme dealer.
Kme is recalling 10 2005, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, and 2016 Predator Aerial and Predator SS Aerial vehicles because S-cam brakes on tandem rear axles can engage without pedal input. That brake engagement can lock a rear wheel, increase crash and fire risk, and Kme dealers will complete the free repair.
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What's wrong?
The tandem rear axle on affected Kme Predator Aerial and Predator SS Aerial vehicles carries rear weight and sends drive force to the rear wheels. These axles use S-cam brakes, a drum-brake design where an S-shaped cam rotates and pushes brake shoes outward against the drum when the driver presses the brake pedal. That movement is supposed to happen only when braking is commanded.
On these vehicles, the S-cam brake bracket hardware was not tightened to the required specification. When that hardware is loose, the brake assembly does not hold its intended position under normal operation. The brake can engage even though the brake pedal has not been pressed, which can lock up a rear brake on the tandem axle.
There is no warning sign before failure. A driver does not get a dashboard light, sound, or pedal change that clearly points to this brake lockup problem before it happens.
Who's affected?
Includes both Predator Aerial and Predator SS Aerial trucks, all tied to the drive axle.
| 2010 Kme Predator Aerial | drive axle |
|---|---|
| 2009 Kme Predator Aerial | drive axle |
| 2013 Kme Predator SS Aerial | drive axle |
| 2014 Kme Predator SS Aerial | drive axle |
| 2015 Kme Predator SS Aerial | drive axle |
| 2016 Kme Predator SS Aerial | drive axle |
| 2011 Kme Predator Aerial | drive axle |
| 2012 Kme Predator SS Aerial | drive axle |
| 2011 Kme Predator SS Aerial | drive axle |
| 2010 Kme Predator SS Aerial | drive axle |
| 2009 Kme Predator SS Aerial | drive axle |
| 2005 Kme Predator Aerial | drive axle |
| Units affected | 10 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 3 field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
Unexpected brake engagement can lock a rear wheel, increasing crash risk. Excessive heat from the same condition also increases fire risk. There is no warning sign before failure, so schedule the inspection and tightening work promptly if your VIN is included. Repair is free at any franchised Kme dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2005, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 Kme Predator Aerial or Predator SS Aerial is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Kme dealer to schedule the free S-cam bracket hardware inspection and tightening that keeps the S-cam brakes from engaging without brake-pedal input.
- Bring the recall notice if Kme mailed one. If not, reference recall number 16V926 when you call.
- Limit use until the inspection and repair are complete, and leave extra stopping distance when the vehicle is in service.
- Call Kme customer service at 1-800-235-3926 with questions about scheduling or dealer routing.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Kme technician inspects the S-cam bracket hardware on the tandem rear axle brakes and tightens the hardware where needed. The inspection and any required tightening are free under the recall. If you already paid out of pocket for related S-cam bracket or brake hardware work before the recall notice, Kme has a general reimbursement plan on file. Keep your repair paperwork and ask Kme customer service or the dealer how to submit documentation under that plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| December 22, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 23, 2017 | Dealer notification began |
| January 27, 2017 | Dealer notification ended |
| February 1, 2017 | Owner notification mailed |
| February 1, 2017 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V926?
Recall 16V926 covers 10 Kme Predator Aerial and Predator SS Aerial vehicles with tandem rear axles and S-cam brakes that can engage without the brake pedal being pressed. Kme dealers will inspect and tighten the S-cam bracket hardware as needed for free.
What should I do if my 2005, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 Kme Predator Aerial or Predator SS Aerial is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 16V926. If it is, contact a franchised Kme dealer to schedule the S-cam bracket hardware inspection and tightening. Reference recall number 16V926 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair recall defects at no cost, and Kme's remedy says dealers will inspect and tighten the S-cam bracket hardware as needed free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is unintended rear brake engagement. If the brakes engage without pedal input, a rear wheel can lock up and increase crash risk. Excess heat from the brake condition also increases fire risk. Confirm your VIN, then arrange the free dealer repair.
What if I bought this Kme vehicle used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Predator Aerial or Predator SS Aerial is included, then call a franchised Kme dealer with recall number 16V926.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V926000 |
|---|---|
| Kme customer service | 1-800-235-3926 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V926 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V926000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 31, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →