CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; EQUIPMENT
- Problem
- Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Predator SS Aerial, and Predator Aerial vehicles. The software that controls the ladder rotation circuit may allow the ladder to rotate even after the rotation joystick is released.
- Risk
- Unintended rotation of the ladder can increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- KME will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the ladder rotation software, free of charge. The recall began on October 3, 2017. 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 software controlling the ladder rotation circuit may allow the ladder to keep rotating even after the operator releases the rotation joystick. This unintended movement can increase the risk of injury to people near the apparatus.
Owners will be notified by KME, and an authorized dealer will reprogram the ladder rotation software at no cost. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3926 for more information. 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 | 201420152016 |
|---|---|
| KME Predator SS Aerial | 201420152016 |