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Kme Predator recalls and problems

22 recalls and 13 owner complaints for 18 model years. Pick your year for full details.

Recalls
22
Complaints
13
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0

Choose a model year

202520242021202020192018201720162015201420132012201120102009200820072006

Kme Predator by year

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesDeaths
2025 Predator100000
2024 Predator100000
2021 Predator300000
2020 Predator300000
2019 Predator100000
2018 Predator200000
2017 Predator400000
2016 Predator500000
2015 Predator200000
2014 Predator420000
2013 Predator650000
2012 Predator320000
2011 Predator410000
2010 Predator330000
2009 Predator200000
2008 Predator100000
2007 Predator200000
2006 Predator100000

Most reported Kme Predator problems

Problem areaReports
Structure13

All Kme Predator recalls

RecallDateYearsComponentSummary
25V-584Sep 6, 20252024–2025Latches/Locks/LinkagesSpartan Fire, LLC (Spartan) is recalling certain 2023-2026 Gladiator, Metrostar, FC-94, KME Panther, and 2024-2025 Predator vehicles.
23V-818Dec 6, 20232020Electrical SystemKovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
23V-798Nov 26, 20232021Parking BrakeKovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
22V-607Aug 9, 20222021SteeringKovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
21V-960Dec 10, 20212020–2021Fuel System, DieselKovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
21V-097Feb 19, 20212017SuspensionKovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
20V-341Jun 10, 20202011, 2013–2014, 2017–2018Power Train, Service BrakesKovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
20V-192Apr 2, 20202016–2020Electrical SystemKovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
18V-433Jun 26, 20182017EquipmentKovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
16V-569Aug 1, 20162016Power TrainKovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
16V-294May 12, 20162016EquipmentKovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
16V-263May 2, 20162012–2014StructureKovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
16V-129Mar 3, 20162015–2016Power TrainKovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
15V-723Nov 2, 20152016Power TrainKovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
15V-632Oct 8, 20152013–2015SuspensionKovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
14V-455Jul 25, 20142013–2014Seat BeltsKovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
13V-187May 9, 20132009–2013SteeringKovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
13V-137Apr 11, 20132012–2013Parking BrakeKovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
12V-253Jun 4, 20122010–2011Electronic Stability Control (ESC)Kovatch mobile equipment corporation (Kme) is recalling certain 2010-2011 predator, predator ss, predator panther, and predator xl emergency vehicles manufactured from march 1, 2010 through october 10, 2011, equipped…
11V-471Sep 8, 20112010–2011Engine and Engine CoolingKovatch (Kme) is recalling certain model year 2010 and 2011 predator pumper fire trucks and 2011 5500 rescue fire trucks manufactured from april 2010 through march 2011, equipped with a cummins isx or isl diesel engine.
10V-386Aug 26, 20102007–2009Engine and Engine CoolingKovatch mobile equipment corp.
08V-263Jun 12, 20082006–2007Service Brakes, AirKme is recalling 122 my 2006-2007 predator and severe service pumper, aerial and tda fire trucks.

Frequently asked questions

What is the worst year for the Kme Predator?

By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2013 Kme Predator has the most reports (5). Check the 2013 page for the problems owners describe.

How many recalls does the Kme Predator have?

NHTSA lists 22 safety recalls covering Kme Predator model years 2006–2021, 2024–2025.

What are the most common Kme Predator problems?

Owners report structure problems most often.