KME Predator SS recalls
Every NHTSA recall campaign filed since 2000 that names the KME Predator SS, newest first. Last verified Jul 30, 2026.
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- Aug 9, 2022Crash risk2021 KME Predator, 2021–2022 KME Predator Panther, 2021–2022 KME Predator SS and 1 other model — Steering
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.
22V607000 · 11 units · Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
- Dec 10, 2021Fire risk2020–2021 KME Predator, 2020–2022 KME Predator SS — Fuel System, Diesel
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Predator and 2020-2022 Severe Service vehicles. The fuel tubes between the fuel rail and the injectors for cylinders four, five, and six may fatigue and crack, which can result in a high pressure fuel leak.
21V960000 · 85 units · Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
- Nov 19, 2021Crash risk2021–2022 KME Predator Panther, 2022 KME Predator SS, 2022 KME Redundant Predator — Power Train
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2022 Predator, Predator Panther and 2021-2022 Severe Service emergency vehicles. The rear axle drive pinion may fracture.
21V905000 · 26 units · Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
- Jun 10, 2020Crash risk2014 KME Commercialcab/ Chassis, 2011–2018 KME Predator, 2015 KME Predator Panther and 1 other model — Service Brakes
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.
20V341000 · 107 units · Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
- Jun 26, 2018Crash risk2017 KME Predator, 2016–2018 KME Predator SS, 2018 KME Predator SS Aerial — Equipment
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2017 KME Predator TDA, 2016-2018 KME Predator SS TDA, and 2018 KME Predator SS Aerial emergency vehicles equipped with an aerial ladder and optional tip mounted lifting device. The lifting devices do not meet the specified load rating or safety factor.
18V433000 · 13 units · Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
- Aug 1, 2016Fire risk2016 KME Predator, 2016–2017 KME Predator Panther, 2015–2017 KME Predator SS — Power Train
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain model year 2016 Predator SS Tractor Drawn Aerial, Predator SS Aerial, Predator Pumper, Predator Aerial, M114 Tanker, 7600 Tanker, 7600 Pumper, 7400 Tanker, 4400 Pumper, and FDNY Pumper and 2016-2017 Predator SS Pumper and Predator Panther Pumper and 2015-2017 M2 Pumper vehicles. The affected vehicles may be equipped with certain C20 and C21 split-shaft transmissions from Waterous. This transmission sends power to the wheels of an emergency response vehicle or powers an add-on unit such as a water pump used for fighting fires. A component within the shift unit may be damaged and as a result, the operator may not be able to switch the power output.
16V569000 · 112 units · Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
- May 27, 2016Fire risk2015–2016 KME Predator SS — Equipment
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Predator Severe Service vehicles manufactured August 28, 2014, to January 27, 2016. The affected vehicles are equipped with Pelican 9410L flashlights, part number 9410-021-245 or 9410-021-110, with lithium ion battery packs, part number 9413-301-001, which may overheat.
16V372000 · 9 units · Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
- May 12, 2016Fire risk2016 KME Predator, 2016–2017 KME Predator Panther, 2016–2017 KME Predator SS and 2 other models — Equipment
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain model year 2016 KME Predator and KME 2016-2107 Predator Severe Service and Panther emergency vehicles, equipped with pumps to provide pressurized water to aid in fighting fires. These pumps have 6" intake strainers that may have been improperly soldered during production and, as a result, the strainers may come apart during use, allowing parts of the strainer and debris to enter the pump, possibly damaging the pump.
16V294000 · 108 units · Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
- May 9, 2013Crash risk2010–2011 KME Arff, 2009–2013 KME Panther, 2010–2013 KME Panther II and 2 other models — Steering
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (Kovatch) is recalling certain model year 2009-2013 Predator, Predator SS, Panther; 2010-2011 ARFF; and model year 2010-2013 Panther II emergency vehicles. The grease fitting in the steering column shaft may get caught in the column cover. The grease fitting could tear the cover which will impact the driver's ability to steer the vehicle.
13V187000 · 695 units · Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
- Apr 11, 2013Fire risk2012–2013 KME Panther, 2011 KME Panther II, 2012–2013 KME Predator and 1 other model — Parking Brake
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (Kovatch) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Predator, Predator SS, Panther, and model year 2011 Panther II emergency vehicles manufactured February 1, 2011, through February 28, 2013. These vehicles are equipped with Meritor axle assemblies that were built with disc brakes using MGM J24 series air brake chambers. In the affected axles, the brake chambers may leak pressure allowing the parking brake to drag when it is supposed to be released. Brake dragging could lead to overheated brake components.
13V137000 · 40 units · Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
- Jun 4, 2012Crash risk2010–2011 KME Predator, 2010–2011 KME Predator Panther, 2010–2011 KME Predator SS and 1 other model — Electronic Stability Control (esc)
KOVATCH MOBILE EQUIPMENT CORPORATION (KME) IS RECALLING CERTAIN 2010-2011 PREDATOR, PREDATOR SS, PREDATOR PANTHER, AND PREDATOR XL EMERGENCY VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM MARCH 1, 2010 THROUGH OCTOBER 10, 2011, EQUIPPED WITH FEATURE CODE 04AZX MERITOR WABCO ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) UNITS. UNDER CERTAIN ROAD AND DRIVING CONDITIONS, VEHICLE BODY ROLL AND ROAD INCLINATION CHARACTERISTICS MAY ADVERSELY AFFECT THE SLIP ANGLE CALCULATION OF THE ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) SYSTEM. THIS MIGHT CAUSE THE ESC TO PERCEIVE AN OVER STEERING SITUATION AND THEREFORE APPLY THE OUTER WHEEL BRAKE ON THE FRONT AXLE UNTIL THE VEHICLE IS PERCEIVED TO BE STABLE.
12V253000 · 78 units · KOVATCH MOBILE EQUIPMENT CORP