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2018 Kme Predator SS — federal recalls on file

2 federal recalls reported for the 2018 Kme Predator SS

These are federal recalls reported for the 2018 Kme Predator SS. A recall may apply only to certain VIN ranges or production windows. To confirm whether your specific VIN is in the affected window, use NHTSA's official per-VIN lookup or enter your VIN on our check page.

20V-341 Open recall Jun 10, 2020

Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.

POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT, SERVICE BRAKES

Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2011 and 2013-2020 Predator Severe Service, 2015 Predator Panther, 2011, 2013-2014 and 2017-2018 Predator, and 2014 KME commercial cab/chassis firetrucks equipped with optional Telma induction braking systems. The Telma axial retarder braking mechanism may separate from the vehicle while it is moving.

Risk: A retarder that separates from the vehicle may increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: KME will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the mounting hardware on axial retarders and replace any incorrect hardware, free of charge. This recall is expected to begin July 2020. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-678-1910. The repair is free at any franchised dealer of your brand.

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18V-433 Open recall Jun 26, 2018

Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.

EQUIPMENT

Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2017 KME Predator TDA, 2016-2018 KME Predator SS TDA, and 2018 KME Predator SS Aerial emergency vehicles equipped with an aerial ladder and optional tip mounted lifting device. The lifting devices do not meet the specified load rating or safety factor.

Risk: Using the device to lift the rated load may cause the device to deform, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy: KME has notified owners, and dealers will replace the tip lifting device, free of charge. The recall began July 26, 2018. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3928. The repair is free at any franchised dealer of your brand.

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