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KME Predator Aerial Recall 18V237: Hoses May Rub Starter and Cause Fire Risk

NHTSA campaign 18V237, reported April 13, 2018, 38 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Hydraulic cab lift hoses, wire-braided air lines, or fuel cooler lines on certain fire trucks may be routed or secured improperly so they contact the starter power stud. Over time this can cause a fluid leak and a short circuit.

A fluid leak combined with arcing between the starter power stud and the exposed wire can increase the risk of a fire.

The repair is free. KME will notify owners, and an authorized dealer will inspect the area around the starter, make sure the hoses have sufficient clearance, replace any damaged cab lift hydraulic hoses, and add hose chafe guards. Owners can contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3928. You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 18V237Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Problem
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2012-2016 KME Predator SS Pumper and Predator Pumper, and 2015-2016 Predator Aerial vehicles equipped with Cummins ISX12 engines. The braided cab lift hydraulic hoses, wire braided air lines and/or wire braided fuel cooler lines may be improperly routed and secured contacting the starter power stud, causing a leak and a possible short-circuit.
Risk
A fluid leak combined with arcing between the power stud and the exposed wire can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
KME will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the area around the starter and make sure that the hoses have sufficient clearance, replacing any damaged cab lift hydraulic hoses, and adding hose chafe guards, free of charge. The recall began on May 22, 2018. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3928.
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.

Affected vehicles

KME Predator Aerial20152016
KME Predator Pumper20122013201420152016
KME Predator SS Pumper20122013201420152016