Recall 19V230 affects 4 2017, 2019 Kme Commercial Rescue and Commercial Tanker vehicles for reversed backup-camera images. Repair is free at any franchised Kme dealer.
Kme is recalling 4 2017, 2019 Commercial Rescue and Commercial Tanker vehicles because the ASA Electronics backup camera display can reset to factory defaults and reverse the camera image. A reversed image can lead the driver to turn the wrong direction while avoiding an object behind the vehicle, increasing crash risk; Kme dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The backup camera display on the 2017 Kme Commercial Rescue and 2019 Kme Commercial Tanker is the screen that shows the rear camera view while the vehicle is backing. It is supposed to load the saved user settings when it powers up, including the correct camera orientation and automatic screen behavior.
On affected vehicles, the display can lose those saved settings during startup. If vehicle voltage drops below 7 volts at the wrong moment while the monitor is powering up, the unit loads its factory defaults instead. Those defaults can reverse the camera image, so the screen shows the rear view in mirror mode instead of the intended orientation.
Owners have warning signs before driving. The monitor does not turn on automatically, so the driver has to turn it on by hand. The volume also returns to 50%, and the camera image appears inverted once the screen is on.
Who's affected?
Covers Commercial Rescue and Commercial Tanker apparatus from separate model years, both tied to the rear camera system.
| 2017 Kme Commercial Rescue | Camera |
|---|---|
| 2019 Kme Commercial Tanker | Camera |
| Units affected | 4 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
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?
A reversed rear camera image can make the driver steer the wrong direction while avoiding something behind the vehicle. That raises the risk of a crash. If the monitor is off or the image looks inverted before driving, stop and schedule the recall repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Kme dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2017 Kme Commercial Rescue or 2019 Kme Commercial Tanker is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Kme dealer to schedule the free backup-camera harness, relay, and capacitor repair that keeps the image from reversing.
- Bring the recall notice if Kme mailed one. If not, reference recall number 19V230 when you call.
- Avoid relying on the backup camera alone until the repair is complete; use mirrors and a spotter when backing up.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Kme technician installs a harness/relay/capacitor module for the ASA Electronics backup camera display. That module keeps the camera image from reversing after the display returns to factory default settings. The recall repair is free, and parts and labor are covered. Because Kme has a general reimbursement plan on file, owners who already paid for a related camera display repair before the recall notice can submit documented expenses through that plan. Bring the repair invoice and payment record to the service desk.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| March 25, 2019 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| May 6, 2019 | Dealer notification began |
| May 10, 2019 | Dealer notification ended |
| May 13, 2019 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| May 13, 2019 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| May 17, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V230?
Recall 19V230 covers 4 2017 and 2019 Kme commercial rescue and tanker vehicles with an ASA Electronics backup camera display that can show a reversed image. Kme dealers install a harness, relay, and capacitor module to prevent the image from reversing.
What should I do if my 2017, 2019 Kme Commercial Rescue or Commercial Tanker is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 19V230. If it is, contact a Kme dealer to schedule the backup camera display repair. Reference recall 19V230 when you call, and use Kme customer service at 1-800-235-3928 for help.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 19V230, Kme dealers install the harness, relay, and capacitor module free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is a reversed backup camera image. A driver backing up the vehicle can turn the wrong direction to avoid an object behind it, increasing crash risk. The recall does not carry a do-not-drive instruction, but the repair should be completed promptly once your VIN is confirmed.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/19V230000 |
|---|---|
| Kme customer service | 1-800-235-3928 |
| NHTSA recall # | 19V230 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 19V230000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) - Download Owner Notice (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 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →