2018 Kme Predator | 2015 Kme Predator Panther | 2011 Kme Predator | 2013 Kme Predator | 2014 Kme Predator | 2017 Kme Predator | 2015 Kme Predator Ss | 2011 Kme Predator Ss | 2020 Kme Predator Ss | 2019 Kme Predator Ss | 2016 Kme Predator Ss | 2018 Kme Predator Ss | 2017 Kme Predator Ss | 2013 Kme Predator Ss | 2014 Kme Predator Ss | 2014 Kme Commercialcab/ Chassis — Power train: driveline: driveshaft
Published June 11, 2020 · Recall initiated: June 10, 2020
Summary
NHTSA records recall 20V341000, published June 11, 2020 and initiated June 10, 2020. Recalling firm: Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.; 2018 Kme Predator | 2015 Kme Predator Panther | 2011 Kme Predator | 2013 Kme Predator | 2014 Kme Predator | 2017 Kme Predator | 2015 Kme Predator Ss | 2011 Kme Predator Ss | 2020 Kme Predator Ss | 2019 Kme Predator Ss | 2016 Kme Predator Ss | 2018 Kme Predator Ss | 2017 Kme Predator Ss | 2013 Kme Predator Ss | 2014 Kme Predator Ss | 2014 Kme Commercialcab/ Chassis — Power train: driveline: driveshaft.
What's the hazard
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2011 and 2013-2020 Predator Severe Service, 2015 Predator Panther, 2011, 2013-2014 and 2017-2018 Predator, and 2014 KME commercial cab/chassis firetrucks equipped with optional Telma induction braking systems. The Telma axial retarder braking mechanism may separate from the vehicle while it is moving.
What to do
KME will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the mounting hardware on axial retarders and replace any incorrect hardware, free of charge. This recall is expected to begin July 2020. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-678-1910.
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Recall details
- Brand
- KME
- Model
- PREDATOR
- Manufacturer
- Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
- Lot
- 2018 KME PREDATOR | 2015 KME PREDATOR PANTHER | 2011 KME PREDATOR | 2013 KME PREDATOR | 2014 KME PREDATOR | 2017 KME PREDATOR | 2015 KME PREDATOR SS | 2011 KME PREDATOR SS | 2020 KME PREDATOR SS | 2019 KME PREDATOR SS | 2016 KME PREDATOR SS | 2018 KME PREDATOR SS | 2017 KME PREDATOR SS | 2013 KME PREDATOR SS | 2014 KME PREDATOR SS | 2014 KME COMMERCIALCAB/ CHASSIS
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2018 Kme Predator | 2015 Kme Predator Panther | 2011 Kme Predator | 2013 Kme Predator | 2014 Kme Predator | 2017 Kme Predator | 2015 Kme Predator Ss | 2011 Kme Predator Ss | 2020 Kme Predator Ss | 2019 Kme Predator Ss | 2016 Kme Predator Ss | 2018 Kme Predator Ss | 2017 Kme Predator Ss | 2013 Kme Predator Ss | 2014 Kme Predator Ss | 2014 Kme Commercialcab/ Chassis — Power train: driveline: driveshaft recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 20V341000 on June 11, 2020. Reported hazard: Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2011 and 2013-2020 Predator Severe Service, 2015 Predator Panther, 2011, 2013-2014 and 2017-2018 Predator, and 2014 KME commercial cab/chassis firetrucks equipped with optional Telma induction braking systems. The Telma axial retarder braking mechanism may separate from the vehicle while it is moving.
What should I do if I have this product?
KME will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the mounting hardware on axial retarders and replace any incorrect hardware, free of charge. This recall is expected to begin July 2020. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-678-1910.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: KME. Model: PREDATOR.