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KME Predator TDA Recall 19V189: Weld may fail on waterway pipes, risking injury

NHTSA campaign 19V189, reported March 7, 2019, 2 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

On certain 2018 Predator Tractor-Drawn Aerial vehicles, a weld on the waterway pipes may fail. If the pipe detaches while the waterway contains water, the risk of injury to people nearby increases.

KME will notify owners, and authorized dealers will replace the affected sections of the lower waterways free of charge. The recall began April 18, 2019. Owners with questions can contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3928, and you can 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 19V189Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
Component
STRUCTURE
Problem
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2018 Predator Tractor-Drawn Aerial (TDA) vehicles. A weld may fail on the waterway pipes, possibly resulting in a pipe detaching from the vehicle.
Risk
Failure of the weld while the waterway has water in it increases the risk of injury to those nearby.
Remedy
KME will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected sections of the lower waterways, free of charge. The recall began April 18, 2019. 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 TDA2018