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Recall 19V-528: 2017–2019 Kme Predator Aerial, 2017–2019 Kme Predator Panther Aerial and 12 more

Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. recall for structure, reported to NHTSA on Jul 12, 2019, covering about 529 vehicles.

NHTSA number
19V-528
Report date
Jul 12, 2019
Vehicles affected
529
Owners notified
Aug 29, 2019

The problem

Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Predator Rescue, SS Rescue, SS Aerial, Aerial, SS TDA and Tanker and Predator Panther Rescue and Aerial, 2016-2020 Predator Panther Pumper and Predator SS Pumper, 2017-2020 Predator Panther Tanker and Predator Pumper, 2017 Predator SS Tanker and 2017-2018 Predator TDA. In the event of a hydraulic system failure while raising or lowering the cab, the hydraulic velocity fuses may not activate and lock the cab in place to prevent the cab from quickly closing.

The risk

If the velocity fuses do not activate and stop the cab from lowering, the cab may hit occupants working underneath, increasing the risk of an injury.

The fix

KME will notify owners, and dealers will replace the velocity fuses for each cab lift cylinder, free of charge. The recall began August 29, 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.

Recall details

ManufacturerKovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
ComponentStructure › Body › Hood › Hinge and Attachments
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number19V528000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Kme Predator Aerial2017, 2018, 2019All years
Kme Predator Panther Aerial2017, 2018, 2019All years
Kme Predator Panther Pumper2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020All years
Kme Predator Panther Rescue2017, 2018, 2019All years
Kme Predator Panther Tanker2017, 2018, 2019, 2020All years
Kme Predator Pumper2017, 2018, 2019, 2020All years
Kme Predator Rescue2017, 2018, 2019All years
Kme Predator SS Aerial2017, 2018, 2019All years
Kme Predator SS Pumper2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020All years
Kme Predator SS Rescue2017, 2018, 2019All years
Kme Predator SS Tanker2017All years
Kme Predator SS TDA2017, 2018, 2019All years
Kme Predator Tanker2017, 2018, 2019All years
Kme Predator TDA2017, 2018All 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 19V-528?

Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Predator Rescue, SS Rescue, SS Aerial, Aerial, SS TDA and Tanker and Predator Panther Rescue and Aerial, 2016-2020 Predator Panther Pumper and Predator SS Pumper, 2017-2020 Predator Panther Tanker and Predator Pumper, 2017 Predator SS Tanker and 2017-2018 Predator TDA. In the event of a hydraulic system failure while raising or lowering the cab, the hydraulic velocity fuses may not activate and lock the cab in place to prevent the cab from quickly closing.

How is recall 19V-528 fixed?

KME will notify owners, and dealers will replace the velocity fuses for each cab lift cylinder, free of charge. The recall began August 29, 2019. 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.