2014 Kme Panther recalls and problems
The 2014 Kme Panther has 1 safety recall. Recall repairs are free at any Kme dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2014 Kme Panther vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2014 Kme Panther recalls
Recall 14V-455: Seat Belts
Problem: Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (Kovatch) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Predator and 2014 Panther fire fighting vehicles manufactured October 2013 to March 2014, and equipped with IMMI-brand L9 seat belt buckles. When the button is pressed to release the seat belt, the latch plate can become partially engaged with the buckle, making the seat belt difficult to unlatch. Thus, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."
Risk: If the latch plate remains partially engaged after the button is pressed, egress from the vehicle could be hindered which would increase the risk of injury in the event of an emergency.
Fix: Kovatch will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt buckle, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on August 24, 2015. Owners may contact Kovatch at 1-800-235-3926. Kovatch's number for this campaign is 2014-SR01.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2014 Kme Panther have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2014 Kme Panther: 14V-455 (seat belts). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Are Kme recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Kme dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.