2016 KME PREDATOR RESCUE

2 recalls — 0 complaints

17V527000 Aug 28, 2017
STEERING
Defect Description
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2016 Predator Pumper, Predator Rescue, and Airport Refueler vehicles, equipped with certain Dana Spicer steer axles. The castellated nut on the steer axles may not be properly torqued, allowing the tie rod to loosen.
Consequence
If the tie rod loosens, it may disconnect from the steering knuckle, causing a complete loss of steering and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
KME will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the torque of the castellated nut and tie rod, tightening as necessary. If the nuts do not become properly secured and aligned after being adequately torqued, the dealer will replace the knuckle and tie rod end assemblies, free of charge. The recall... Read more
11 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
16V586000 Aug 8, 2016
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Defect Description
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain model year 2013 Predator Panther Rescue, 2013-2014 Predator Aerial, 2013-2016 Predator Pumper, Predator Rescue and Predator SS Aerial, 2014 7600 Tanker and Predator Tractor Drawn Aerial, 2014-2017 Predator Panther Pumper and Predator SS Pumpe... Read more
Consequence
The unintended turning on or off of accessories such as emergency beacons or automatic snow chains can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
KME will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the units, free of charge. The recall began on October 14, 2016. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3926 or Hale Products Customer Service Center @ 1-800-533-3569 or [email protected].
74 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.

No complaints found for this vehicle.

KME PREDATOR RESCUE — All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the KME PREDATOR RESCUE across all model years (2008–2019).

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

KME PREDATOR RESCUE — Year by Year

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Year Recalls Complaints
2019 2 0 View
2018 3 0 View
2017 1 0 View
2016 (current) 2 0
2015 1 0 View
2014 2 0 View
2013 2 0 View
2011 1 0 View
2010 1 0 View
2009 1 0 View
2008 1 0 View

Other KME Models

Model Recalls Complaints
PREDATOR SS PUMPER 106 0 View
PREDATOR PANTHER PUMPER 79 0 View
PREDATOR PUMPER 75 0 View
PREDATOR 72 13 View
CUSTOM CHASSIS 70 0 View
PREDATOR SS 61 0 View
PREDATOR SS AERIAL 53 0 View
PREDATOR AERIAL 46 3 View