2012 Kme Predator Ss Pumper | 2013 Kme Predator Ss Pumper | 2016 Kme Predator Aerial | 2015 Kme Predator Aerial | 2012 Kme Predator Pumper | 2016 Kme Predator Ss Pumper | 2015 Kme Predator Ss Pumper | 2014 Kme Predator Ss Pumper | 2016 Kme Predator Pumper | 2015 Kme Predator Pumper | 2014 Kme Predator Pumper | 2013 Kme Predator Pumper — Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Published April 16, 2018 · Recall initiated: April 13, 2018
Summary
NHTSA records recall 18V237000, published April 16, 2018 and initiated April 13, 2018. Recalling firm: Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.; 2012 Kme Predator Ss Pumper | 2013 Kme Predator Ss Pumper | 2016 Kme Predator Aerial | 2015 Kme Predator Aerial | 2012 Kme Predator Pumper | 2016 Kme Predator Ss Pumper | 2015 Kme Predator Ss Pumper | 2014 Kme Predator Ss Pumper | 2016 Kme Predator Pumper | 2015 Kme Predator Pumper | 2014 Kme Predator Pumper | 2013 Kme Predator Pumper — Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings.
What's the hazard
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2012-2016 KME Predator SS Pumper and Predator Pumper, and 2015-2016 Predator Aerial vehicles equipped with Cummins ISX12 engines. The braided cab lift hydraulic hoses, wire braided air lines and/or wire braided fuel cooler lines may be improperly routed and secured contacting the starter power stud, causing a leak and a possible short-circuit.
What to do
KME will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the area around the starter and make sure that the hoses have sufficient clearance, replacing any damaged cab lift hydraulic hoses, and adding hose chafe guards, free of charge. The recall began on May 22, 2018. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3928.
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Recall details
- Brand
- KME
- Model
- PREDATOR SS PUMPER
- Manufacturer
- Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
- Lot
- 2012 KME PREDATOR SS PUMPER | 2013 KME PREDATOR SS PUMPER | 2016 KME PREDATOR AERIAL | 2015 KME PREDATOR AERIAL | 2012 KME PREDATOR PUMPER | 2016 KME PREDATOR SS PUMPER | 2015 KME PREDATOR SS PUMPER | 2014 KME PREDATOR SS PUMPER | 2016 KME PREDATOR PUMPER | 2015 KME PREDATOR PUMPER | 2014 KME PREDATOR PUMPER | 2013 KME PREDATOR PUMPER
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2012 Kme Predator Ss Pumper | 2013 Kme Predator Ss Pumper | 2016 Kme Predator Aerial | 2015 Kme Predator Aerial | 2012 Kme Predator Pumper | 2016 Kme Predator Ss Pumper | 2015 Kme Predator Ss Pumper | 2014 Kme Predator Ss Pumper | 2016 Kme Predator Pumper | 2015 Kme Predator Pumper | 2014 Kme Predator Pumper | 2013 Kme Predator Pumper — Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 18V237000 on April 16, 2018. Reported hazard: Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2012-2016 KME Predator SS Pumper and Predator Pumper, and 2015-2016 Predator Aerial vehicles equipped with Cummins ISX12 engines. The braided cab lift hydraulic hoses, wire braided air lines and/or wire braided fuel cooler lines may be improperly routed and secured contacting the starter power stud, causing a leak and a possible short-circuit.
What should I do if I have this product?
KME will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the area around the starter and make sure that the hoses have sufficient clearance, replacing any damaged cab lift hydraulic hoses, and adding hose chafe guards, free of charge. The recall began on May 22, 2018. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3928.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: KME. Model: PREDATOR SS PUMPER.