CarRecallWatch- Component
- SUSPENSION:FRONT
- Problem
- Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2018 Predator TDA, 2019 Predator SS Aerial and Predator Pumper fire trucks. The front shocks may separate from their upper mount on the front suspension. The loose shock may contact and damage the steering gear housing, possibly causing a steering fluid leak and a loss of power steering assist.
- Risk
- A loss of hydraulic steering assist can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- KME will notify owners, and Reyco Granning and KME dealers will work together to install a new shock mount bolt and nut, hardened washer, and shims to keep the shocks secured, free of charge. The recall began September 3, 2019. Owners may contact Reyco customer service at 1-765-543-5815 or 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.
What this recall means for you
Front shock absorbers on these fire trucks can separate from their upper mount. A loose shock may strike and damage the steering gear housing, which can cause a steering fluid leak and a loss of power steering assist.
Losing hydraulic steering assist makes the vehicle harder to steer and can increase the risk of a crash.
The repair is free. Reyco Granning and KME dealers will install a new shock mount bolt and nut, a hardened washer, and shims to keep the shocks secured. Owners can contact Reyco customer service at 1-765-543-5815 or KME customer service at 1-800-235-3928, and should check their VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| KME Predator Pumper | 2019 |
|---|---|
| KME Predator SS Aerial | 2019 |
| KME Predator TDA | 2018 |