2017 Kme Firestix | 2014 Kme Firestix | 2015 Kme Firestix | 2013 Kme Firestix | 2012 Kme Firestix — Equipment
Published January 8, 2020 · Recall initiated: January 8, 2020
Summary
NHTSA records recall 20V006000, published January 8, 2020. Recalling firm: KME Fire Apparatus; 2017 Kme Firestix | 2014 Kme Firestix | 2015 Kme Firestix | 2013 Kme Firestix | 2012 Kme Firestix — Equipment.
What's the hazard
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling one 2017 and certain 2012-2015 Emergency Response KME 55 FT Firestix Aerial Devices. The swing drives may not contain lubricating oil, which can cause the internal gears to become damaged and cause seizing.
What to do
KME will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the swing drives and rebuild them if they do not contain the lubricating oil, free of charge. The recall began February 25, 2020. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3928.
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Recall details
- Brand
- KME
- Model
- FIRESTIX
- Manufacturer
- KME Fire Apparatus
- Lot
- 2017 KME FIRESTIX | 2014 KME FIRESTIX | 2015 KME FIRESTIX | 2013 KME FIRESTIX | 2012 KME FIRESTIX
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2017 Kme Firestix | 2014 Kme Firestix | 2015 Kme Firestix | 2013 Kme Firestix | 2012 Kme Firestix — Equipment recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 20V006000 on January 8, 2020. Reported hazard: Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling one 2017 and certain 2012-2015 Emergency Response KME 55 FT Firestix Aerial Devices. The swing drives may not contain lubricating oil, which can cause the internal gears to become damaged and cause seizing.
What should I do if I have this product?
KME will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the swing drives and rebuild them if they do not contain the lubricating oil, free of charge. The recall began February 25, 2020. 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: FIRESTIX.