2013 KME Predator Aerial Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

5 safety recalls on file

The 2013 KME Predator Aerial has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Unknown Or Other (1 report).

5Recalls
1Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your Predator Aerial?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

2013 KME Predator Aerial recalls

Aerial Ladder Can Suddenly Speed Up, Risking Injury

Recall 17V504Aug 14, 201720 vehicles affected

A software error can cause the aerial ladder tip control speed to briefly jump from 20 percent to 100 percent of overall speed without warning.

Water in Ladder Sensor Can Cause Ladder Contact, Injury Risk

Recall 16V930Dec 23, 201682 vehicles affected

Water can leak into the ladder position sensor on certain KME Predator and Predator Panther aerial fire trucks.

Water Trolley Can Separate From Ladder and Fall

Recall 16V767Oct 21, 201654 vehicles affected

The water way trolley on the aerial device of these emergency vehicles can separate from the ladder.

Front grille can loosen and detach while driving

Recall 16V606Aug 16, 201627 vehicles affected

The front grille on certain fire apparatus can loosen and separate from the cab face.

Touchscreen May Switch Accessories On or Off Unexpectedly

Recall 16V586Aug 8, 201674 vehicles affected

Certain fire and rescue apparatus with Class 1 Ultraview touchscreens by Hale Products may experience false switch activations.

Most common 2013 KME Predator Aerial problems

Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Unknown Or Other1

What owners report

2019-04-01, Unknown Or Other
AERIAL DEVICE DRIVE MOTORS INSTALLED WITH NO LUBRICATION. AERIAL TURNTABLE BEARING FAILED ALONG WITH BOTH DRIVE MOTORS

2013 KME Predator Aerial questions

Does the 2013 KME Predator Aerial have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2013 KME Predator Aerial: Aerial Ladder Can Suddenly Speed Up, Risking Injury; Water in Ladder Sensor Can Cause Ladder Contact, Injury Risk; Water Trolley Can Separate From Ladder and Fall; Front grille can loosen and detach while driving; Touchscreen May Switch Accessories On or Off Unexpectedly. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2013 KME Predator Aerial?

Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Unknown Or Other (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2013 KME Predator Aerial has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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