2013 Kme Predator | 2014 Kme Predator | 2015 Kme Predator — Suspension: front
Published October 8, 2015 · Recall initiated: October 8, 2015
Summary
NHTSA records recall 15V632000, published October 8, 2015. Recalling firm: Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.; 2013 Kme Predator | 2014 Kme Predator | 2015 Kme Predator — Suspension: front.
What's the hazard
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Predator emergency vehicles manufactured January 23, 2013, to January 28, 2015. The affected vehicles have front independent suspension assemblies that may have loose ball joints which could separate causing a loss of steering control.
What to do
KME will notify owners, and dealers will correct the ball joint installation, free of charge. The recall began on October 30, 2015. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3926.
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Recall details
- Brand
- KME
- Model
- PREDATOR
- Manufacturer
- Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
- Lot
- 2013 KME PREDATOR | 2014 KME PREDATOR | 2015 KME PREDATOR
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2013 Kme Predator | 2014 Kme Predator | 2015 Kme Predator — Suspension: front recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 15V632000 on October 8, 2015. Reported hazard: Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Predator emergency vehicles manufactured January 23, 2013, to January 28, 2015. The affected vehicles have front independent suspension assemblies that may have loose ball joints which could separate causing a loss of steering control.
What should I do if I have this product?
KME will notify owners, and dealers will correct the ball joint installation, free of charge. The recall began on October 30, 2015. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3926.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: KME. Model: PREDATOR.