Recall 08V-263: 2006–2007 Kme Predator, 2006–2007 Kme Severe Service
KOVATCH MOBILE EQUIPMENT recall for service brakes, air, reported to NHTSA on Jun 12, 2008, covering about 122 vehicles.
The problem
Kme is recalling 122 my 2006-2007 predator and severe service pumper, aerial and tda fire trucks. A check valve was omitted from the secondary supply port of the bendix sr-7 spring brake modulating valve.
The risk
As a result, an air leak in the secondary or primary system may result in the park brakes inadvertently applying, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will add a check valve to the secondary supply port of the sr-7 spring brake modulating valve and will also repair the sr-7 valve by applying a check valve repair kit as required for the bendix safety recall (Please see 07e037). The recall began on october 3, 2007. Kme has completed 68 of the 123 trucks and will complete the repair work by september 30, 2008 free of charge. Owners may contact kme at 1-570-669-5154.
Notes
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | KOVATCH MOBILE EQUIPMENT |
|---|---|
| Component | Service Brakes, Air › Supply › Check Valve |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 08V263000 |
Vehicles in this recall
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 08V-263?
Kme is recalling 122 my 2006-2007 predator and severe service pumper, aerial and tda fire trucks. A check valve was omitted from the secondary supply port of the bendix sr-7 spring brake modulating valve.
How is recall 08V-263 fixed?
Dealers will add a check valve to the secondary supply port of the sr-7 spring brake modulating valve and will also repair the sr-7 valve by applying a check valve repair kit as required for the bendix safety recall (Please see 07e037). The recall began on october 3, 2007. Kme has completed 68 of the 123 trucks and will complete the repair work by september 30, 2008 free of charge. Owners may contact kme at 1-570-669-5154.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.