NHTSA Campaign 22V607000
STEERING
Issued by Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. · Reported Aug 9, 2022 · 11 vehicles affected
What's wrong
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2021-2022 KME Predator, Panther, and Severe Service fire trucks equipped with Sheppard Steering Gears. The steering gears may have been assembled incorrectly, which can cause the gears to fracture.
Consequence
A fractured steering gear can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the serial numbers and replace the steering gears, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 3, 2022. Owners may contact KME's customer service at 1-800-235-3928.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| KME | PREDATOR | 2021 | 11 |
| KME | PREDATOR PANTHER | 2021 | 11 |
| KME | PREDATOR PANTHER | 2022 | 11 |
| KME | PREDATOR SS | 2021 | 11 |
| KME | PREDATOR SS | 2022 | 11 |
| KME | REDUNDANT PREDATOR | 2022 | 11 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 22V607000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.