2020 Kme Severe Service | 2020 Kme Predator | 2020 Spartan Fire Metrostar — Electrical system: wiring
Published December 6, 2023 · Recall initiated: December 6, 2023
Summary
NHTSA records recall 23V818000, published December 6, 2023. Recalling firm: Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.; 2020 Kme Severe Service | 2020 Kme Predator | 2020 Spartan Fire Metrostar — Electrical system: wiring.
What's the hazard
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2020 Severe Service, Predator, and Spartan MetroStar trucks. In the event of a short circuit or wiring failure, the firmware in the vehicle multiplex system may fail to shut off the output pin, resulting in overloaded electrical circuits.
What to do
Dealers will work with the equipment manufacturer to update the firmware, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 24, 2024. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3928.
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Recall details
- Brand
- KME
- Model
- SEVERE SERVICE
- Manufacturer
- Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
- Lot
- 2020 KME SEVERE SERVICE | 2020 KME PREDATOR | 2020 SPARTAN FIRE METROSTAR
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2020 Kme Severe Service | 2020 Kme Predator | 2020 Spartan Fire Metrostar — Electrical system: wiring recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 23V818000 on December 6, 2023. Reported hazard: Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2020 Severe Service, Predator, and Spartan MetroStar trucks. In the event of a short circuit or wiring failure, the firmware in the vehicle multiplex system may fail to shut off the output pin, resulting in overloaded electrical circuits.
What should I do if I have this product?
Dealers will work with the equipment manufacturer to update the firmware, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 24, 2024. 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: SEVERE SERVICE.