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- Problem
- Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Predator Pumper, Predator Panther Pumper and Predator Aerial, 2013 Predator Panther Aerial and Predator Rescue and 2012 Predator Panther Tanker emergency vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the front grille may loosen and separate from the cab face.
- Risk
- If the front grille detaches from the vehicle while driving, it could become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- All the vehicles affected in this campaign have been remedied. Therefore, an owner notification will not be issued. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-570-669-5577.
- 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 front grille on certain fire apparatus can loosen and separate from the cab face. The grille is the part of the front of the vehicle that covers the radiator and other components.
If the grille detaches while the vehicle is being driven, it could become a road hazard for other drivers and increase the risk of a crash.
According to the manufacturer, all vehicles in this campaign have already been repaired, so no owner notification is being issued. If you own an affected vehicle and have questions, contact KME customer service at 1-570-669-5577. You can also 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 Aerial | 20122013 |
|---|---|
| KME Predator Panther Aerial | 2013 |
| KME Predator Panther Pumper | 20122013 |
| KME Predator Panther Tanker | 2012 |
| KME Predator Pumper | 20122013 |
| KME Predator Rescue | 2013 |