2016 Kme Predator Ss | 2017 Kme Predator Ss | 2015 Kme Predator Ss | 2016 Kme Predator | 2016 Kme Predator Panther | 2017 Kme Predator Panther — Power train: manual transmission
Published August 1, 2016 · Recall initiated: August 1, 2016
Summary
NHTSA records recall 16V569000, published August 1, 2016. Recalling firm: Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.; 2016 Kme Predator Ss | 2017 Kme Predator Ss | 2015 Kme Predator Ss | 2016 Kme Predator | 2016 Kme Predator Panther | 2017 Kme Predator Panther — Power train: manual transmission.
What's the hazard
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain model year 2016 Predator SS Tractor Drawn Aerial, Predator SS Aerial, Predator Pumper, Predator Aerial, M114 Tanker, 7600 Tanker, 7600 Pumper, 7400 Tanker, 4400 Pumper, and FDNY Pumper and 2016-2017 Predator SS Pumper and Predator Panther Pumper and 2015-2017 M2 Pumper vehicles. The affected vehicles may be equipped with certain C20 and C21 split-shaft transmissions from Waterous. This transmission sends power to the wheels of an emergency response vehicle or powers an add-on unit such as a water pump used for fighting fires. A component within the shift unit may be damaged and as a result, the operator may not be able to switch the power output.
What to do
KME will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the transmissions, free of charge. The recall began on October 11, 2016. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3926.
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Recall details
- Brand
- KME
- Model
- PREDATOR SS
- Manufacturer
- Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
- Lot
- 2016 KME PREDATOR SS | 2017 KME PREDATOR SS | 2015 KME PREDATOR SS | 2016 KME PREDATOR | 2016 KME PREDATOR PANTHER | 2017 KME PREDATOR PANTHER
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2016 Kme Predator Ss | 2017 Kme Predator Ss | 2015 Kme Predator Ss | 2016 Kme Predator | 2016 Kme Predator Panther | 2017 Kme Predator Panther — Power train: manual transmission recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 16V569000 on August 1, 2016. Reported hazard: Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain model year 2016 Predator SS Tractor Drawn Aerial, Predator SS Aerial, Predator Pumper, Predator Aerial, M114 Tanker, 7600 Tanker, 7600 Pumper, 7400 Tanker, 4400 Pumper, and FDNY Pumper and 2016-2017 Predator SS Pumper and Predator Panther Pumper and 2015-2017 M2 Pumper vehicles. The affected vehicles may be equipped with certain C20 and C21 split-shaft transmissions from Waterous. This transmission sends power to the wheels of an emergency response vehicle or powers an add-on unit such as a water pump used for fighting fires. A component within the shift unit may be damaged and as a result, the operator may not be able to switch the power output.
What should I do if I have this product?
KME will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the transmissions, free of charge. The recall began on October 11, 2016. 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 SS.