2022 KME Predator recalls
4 NHTSA recall campaigns naming the 2022 KME Predator. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Recalls may apply only to certain VIN ranges — always confirm with a VIN check.
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- May 23, 2024Crash risk2022–2023 KME Predator — Parking Brake
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Predator fire trucks. The incorrect relay valve may have been installed, which can prevent the park brake from engaging and allow the vehicle to roll away. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 121, "Air Brake Systems."
24V363000 · 7 units · Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
- Nov 26, 2023Crash risk2021 KME Panther, 2021 KME Predator, 2022–2023 KME Panther and 2 other models — Parking Brake
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Predator, Panther, and Severe Service fire trucks. A defect in the inversion valve may delay park brake engagement, which could allow the vehicle to move unintentionally. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 121, "Air Brake Systems."
23V798000 · 44 units · Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
- 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.
- Nov 19, 2021Crash risk2021–2022 KME Predator Panther, 2022 KME Predator SS, 2022 KME 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.