2021 Kme Predator Ss | 2022 Kme Predator Ss | 2022 Kme Predator Panther | 2021 Kme Predator | 2022 Kme Redundant Predator | 2021 Kme Predator Panther — Steering
Published August 10, 2022 · Recall initiated: August 9, 2022
Summary
NHTSA records recall 22V607000, published August 10, 2022 and initiated August 9, 2022. Recalling firm: Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.; 2021 Kme Predator Ss | 2022 Kme Predator Ss | 2022 Kme Predator Panther | 2021 Kme Predator | 2022 Kme Redundant Predator | 2021 Kme Predator Panther — Steering.
What's the hazard
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2021-2022 KME Predator, Panther, and Severe Service fire trucks equipped with Sheppard Steering Gears. The steering gears may have been assembled incorrectly, which can cause the gears to fracture.
What to do
Dealers will inspect the serial numbers and replace the steering gears, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 3, 2022. Owners may contact KME's customer service at 1-800-235-3928.
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Recall details
- Brand
- KME
- Model
- PREDATOR SS
- Manufacturer
- Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
- Lot
- 2021 KME PREDATOR SS | 2022 KME PREDATOR SS | 2022 KME PREDATOR PANTHER | 2021 KME PREDATOR | 2022 KME redundant PREDATOR | 2021 KME PREDATOR PANTHER
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2021 Kme Predator Ss | 2022 Kme Predator Ss | 2022 Kme Predator Panther | 2021 Kme Predator | 2022 Kme Redundant Predator | 2021 Kme Predator Panther — Steering recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 22V607000 on August 10, 2022. Reported hazard: Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2021-2022 KME Predator, Panther, and Severe Service fire trucks equipped with Sheppard Steering Gears. The steering gears may have been assembled incorrectly, which can cause the gears to fracture.
What should I do if I have this product?
Dealers will inspect the serial numbers and replace the steering gears, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 3, 2022. Owners may contact KME's 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.