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2012 KME FIRESTIX

1 recalls — 0 complaints — 3 TSBs

20V006000 Jan 8, 2020
EQUIPMENT
Defect Description
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling one 2017 and certain 2012-2015 Emergency Response KME 55 FT Firestix Aerial Devices. The swing drives may not contain lubricating oil, which can cause the internal gears to become damaged and cause seizing.
Consequence
If the swing drive's internal gears become damaged or start seizing, uncontrolled movement of the ladder can occur, increasing the risk of an injury.
Remedy
KME will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the swing drives and rebuild them if they do not contain the lubricating oil, free of charge. The recall began February 25, 2020. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3928.
6 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.

No complaints found for this vehicle.

Technical Service Bulletins — 2012 KME FIRESTIX

3 manufacturer communications from 2 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL2
350000 EQUIPMENT1
No comms 2021-02 Feb 3, 2021
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
There are no Manufacturer Communications in accordance with 49 CFR 579.5 to report for February 2021 for KME Fire Apparatus.
No comms 2021-07 Jul 1, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
There are no Manufacturer Communications in accordance with 49 CFR 579.5 to report for July 2021 for KME Fire Apparatus.
No comms 2021-07 Jul 1, 2021
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
There are no Manufacturer Communications in accordance with 49 CFR 579.5 to report for July 2021 for KME Fire Apparatus.

KME FIRESTIX — All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the KME FIRESTIX across all model years (2012–2017).

5 Total Recalls
0 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
0 Reported Crashes
0 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

KME FIRESTIX — Year by Year

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Year Recalls Complaints
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2014 1 0 View
2013 1 0 View
2012 (current) 1 0

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