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Recall 18V-622: 2017–2019 Kme Commercial Pumper, 2017–2018 Kme Commercial Rescue and 13 more

Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. recall for exterior lighting, reported to NHTSA on Sep 13, 2018, covering about 111 vehicles.

NHTSA number
18V-622
Report date
Sep 13, 2018
Vehicles affected
111
Owners notified
Nov 2, 2018

The problem

Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Commercial Pumper, Commercial Rescue, Commercial Tanker, Commercial Wildland, 2018-2019 Predator Aerial, Predator Panther Pumper, Predator Pumper, Predator Rescue, Predator SS Pumper, Predator Tanker, 2018 Predator Panther Aerial, Predator Panther Tanker, Predator SS Aerial, Predator SS TDA, and Predator TDA vehicles equipped with Whelen accessory brake lights. Depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, these brake lights may illuminate when the brake pedal has not been pressed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

The risk

If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

KME will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began November 2, 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.

Recall details

ManufacturerKovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
ComponentExterior Lighting › Brake Lights
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number18V622000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Kme Commercial Pumper2017, 2018, 2019All years
Kme Commercial Rescue2017, 2018All years
Kme Commercial Tanker2017, 2018, 2019All years
Kme Commercial Wildland2017, 2018, 2019All years
Kme Predator Aerial2018, 2019All years
Kme Predator Panther Aerial2018All years
Kme Predator Panther Pumper2018, 2019All years
Kme Predator Panther Tanker2018All years
Kme Predator Pumper2018, 2019All years
Kme Predator Rescue2018, 2019All years
Kme Predator SS Aerial2018All years
Kme Predator SS Pumper2018, 2019All years
Kme Predator SS TDA2018All years
Kme Predator Tanker2018, 2019All years
Kme Predator TDA2018All years

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 18V-622?

Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Commercial Pumper, Commercial Rescue, Commercial Tanker, Commercial Wildland, 2018-2019 Predator Aerial, Predator Panther Pumper, Predator Pumper, Predator Rescue, Predator SS Pumper, Predator Tanker, 2018 Predator Panther Aerial, Predator Panther Tanker, Predator SS Aerial, Predator SS TDA, and Predator TDA vehicles equipped with Whelen accessory brake lights. Depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, these brake lights may illuminate when the brake pedal has not been pressed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

How is recall 18V-622 fixed?

KME will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began November 2, 2018. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3928.

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.