2020 KME Predator, 2020 KME Severe Service, 2020 Spartan Fire Metrostar Recall: In the event of a short circuit or wiring failure, the firmware in the…
NHTSA campaign 23V818000 · Electrical System · filed Dec 6, 2023 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
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.
The risk
Overloaded electrical circuits can overheat, increasing the risk of fire.
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
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.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| KME | Predator | 2020 |
| KME | Severe Service | 2020 |
| Spartan Fire | Metrostar | 2020 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 23V818000. Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.