2014 Kme Predator Ss Aerial | 2015 Kme Predator Ss Aerial | 2016 Kme Predator Ss Aerial | 2014 Kme Predator Aerial — Electrical system: software
Published August 15, 2017 · Recall initiated: August 14, 2017
Summary
NHTSA records recall 17V503000, published August 15, 2017 and initiated August 14, 2017. Recalling firm: Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.; 2014 Kme Predator Ss Aerial | 2015 Kme Predator Ss Aerial | 2016 Kme Predator Ss Aerial | 2014 Kme Predator Aerial — Electrical system: software.
What's the hazard
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Predator SS Aerial, and Predator Aerial vehicles. The software that controls the ladder rotation circuit may allow the ladder to rotate even after the rotation joystick is released.
What to do
KME will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the ladder rotation software, free of charge. The recall began on October 3, 2017. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3926.
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Recall details
- Brand
- KME
- Model
- PREDATOR SS AERIAL
- Manufacturer
- Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
- Lot
- 2014 KME PREDATOR SS AERIAL | 2015 KME PREDATOR SS AERIAL | 2016 KME PREDATOR SS AERIAL | 2014 KME PREDATOR AERIAL
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2014 Kme Predator Ss Aerial | 2015 Kme Predator Ss Aerial | 2016 Kme Predator Ss Aerial | 2014 Kme Predator Aerial — Electrical system: software recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 17V503000 on August 15, 2017. Reported hazard: Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Predator SS Aerial, and Predator Aerial vehicles. The software that controls the ladder rotation circuit may allow the ladder to rotate even after the rotation joystick is released.
What should I do if I have this product?
KME will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the ladder rotation software, free of charge. The recall began on October 3, 2017. 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 AERIAL.