CarRecallWatch- Component
- STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
- Problem
- Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Predator Severe-Service vehicles manufactured September 2, 2011, to September 20, 2013. The cab door latch retaining hardware may loosen, preventing the cab door from closing properly and allowing the cab door to open unexpectedly while moving.
- Risk
- If the door opens while the vehicle is in motion, the occupants are at an increased risk of injury.
- Remedy
- KME will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the cab door latch hardware, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on May 25, 2016. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3926.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
The cab door latch retaining hardware can loosen over time. When this happens, the door may not close properly and can open unexpectedly while the vehicle is in motion.
If the door opens while driving, occupants face an increased risk of injury. Owners should not wait for a notice before checking the door. Confirm the door latches fully and securely, and have it looked at promptly if it does not.
The repair is free. Authorized dealers will inspect the cab door latch hardware and replace it if needed. KME will also notify owners. To ask questions, contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3926, and check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| KME Predator | 201220132014 |
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