2015 KME Predator SS Aerial, 2015–2020 KME Predator SS Pumper, 2015–2018 KME Predator SS Tda Recall: Battery packs for the Pelican 9410 and 9415 flashlights may explode while…
NHTSA campaign 20V051000 · Electrical System · filed Jan 29, 2020 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Predator SS Pumper, 2015 Predator SS Aerial, and 2015-2018 Predator SS TDA emergency response vehicles. The battery packs for the Pelican 9410 and 9415 flashlights may explode while charging.
The risk
A battery pack explosion may increase the risk of an injury.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
KME will notify the affected owners and will arrange for the return and repair of the flashlight batteries. The recall March 19, 2020. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3928.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
Related recalls
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 20V051000. Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.