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2018 KME PREDATOR

2 recalls — 0 complaints

20V341000 Jun 10, 2020
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
Defect Description
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2011 and 2013-2020 Predator Severe Service, 2015 Predator Panther, 2011, 2013-2014 and 2017-2018 Predator, and 2014 KME commercial cab/chassis firetrucks equipped with optional Telma induction braking systems. The Telma axial retarder brakin... Read more
Consequence
A retarder that separates from the vehicle may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
KME will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the mounting hardware on axial retarders and replace any incorrect hardware, free of charge. This recall is expected to begin July 2020. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-678-1910.
107 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
20V192000 Apr 2, 2020
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
Defect Description
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2016-2020 Predator Custom, Predator Panther, Predator Severe Service, and 2016-2019 Commercial Cab/Chassis vehicles. An electrical short circuit can occur due to a build-up of corrosion between the positive battery jumper stud and the retain... Read more
Consequence
An electrical short circuit may drain the battery, preventing the emergency vehicle from being able to operate, thereby increasing the risk of injury in the event of an emergency.
Remedy
KME will notify owners, and dealers will clean the jumper studs, connection surfaces, and connections. Additionally, the connection surfaces and wire terminals will then be sealed with a silicone electrical sealant. All services will be performed free of charge. The recall began May 18, 2020. Ow... Read more
678 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.

No complaints found for this vehicle.

KME PREDATOR — All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the KME PREDATOR across all model years (2006–2025).

48 Total Recalls
13 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
0 Reported Crashes
0 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

KME PREDATOR — Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year Recalls Complaints
2025 1 0 View
2024 1 0 View
2021 3 0 View
2020 3 0 View
2019 1 0 View
2018 (current) 2 0
2017 4 0 View
2016 5 0 View
2015 2 0 View
2014 4 2 View
2013 6 5 View
2012 3 2 View
2011 4 1 View
2010 3 3 View
2009 2 0 View
2008 1 0 View
2007 2 0 View
2006 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
CUSTOM CHASSIS 70 0 View
PREDATOR SS 61 0 View
PREDATOR SS AERIAL 53 0 View
PREDATOR AERIAL 46 3 View
PANTHER 28 1 View