2018 KME Predator Aerial Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

3 safety recalls on file

The 2018 KME Predator Aerial has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Structure (1 report).

3Recalls
1Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2018 KME Predator Aerial recalls

Cab Can Drop Suddenly and Strike Workers Below

Recall 19V528Jul 12, 2019529 vehicles affected

If the hydraulic system fails while the cab is being raised or lowered, the hydraulic velocity fuses may not activate to lock the cab in place.

Brake lights may glow without the pedal pressed, confusing drivers

Recall 18V622Sep 13, 2018111 vehicles affected

Certain KME fire apparatus, including 2017 and 2018 Commercial Pumper, Rescue, Tanker and Wildland models, are equipped with Whelen accessory brake lights that, depending on how the vehicle is wired, may illuminate even when the brake pedal has not been pressed.

Aerial Platform May Keep Moving if Tether Control Is Unplugged

Recall 18V393Jun 12, 201812 vehicles affected

On certain emergency aerial vehicles, the optional modular platform tether control can be unplugged while it is operating the aerial.

Most common 2018 KME Predator Aerial problems

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

Problem areaReports
Structure1

What owners report

2019-06-13, Structure
THE CREW CAB INTERIOR DOOR RELEASE MALFUNCTIONS. THIS CAUSES NOT TO BE ABLE TO OPEN THE DOORS FROM THE INSIDE TRAPPING THEM. THE CAUSE IS DUE TO THE PLASTIC CLIPS THAT ATTACHED THE INTERIOR DOOR RELEASE HANDLE CONNECTING ROD TO THE LATCH RELEASE MECHANISM FAILING. THIS HAPPENED 3 TIMES WITHIN A 7 MONTH PERIOD.

2018 KME Predator Aerial questions

Does the 2018 KME Predator Aerial have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2018 KME Predator Aerial: Cab Can Drop Suddenly and Strike Workers Below; Brake lights may glow without the pedal pressed, confusing drivers; Aerial Platform May Keep Moving if Tether Control Is Unplugged. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2018 KME Predator Aerial?

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

How do I check if a recall on my 2018 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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