2021 KME Predator recalls

NHTSA campaigns received 2010 to 2026-09-30 that list the 2021 model year.

The 2021 KME Predator is covered by 3 recall campaigns. Repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN to see which are still open.

Campaign	Received	Component
23V798000	2023-11-26	Parking Brake
22V607000	2022-08-09	Steering
21V960000	2021-12-10	Fuel System, Diesel › Fuel Injection System › Fuel Rail

Each recall: problem, risk and fix

Parking Brake (23V798000, 2023-11-26)

Problem: Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Predator, Panther, and Severe Service fire trucks. A defect in the inversion valve may delay park brake engagement, which could allow the vehicle to move unintentionally. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 121, "Air Brake Systems."

Risk: Unintentional vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

Free fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the inversion valves as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 24, 2024. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3928.

Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. · 44 vehicles · NHTSA record

Steering (22V607000, 2022-08-09)

Problem: Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2021-2022 KME Predator, Panther, and Severe Service fire trucks equipped with Sheppard Steering Gears. The steering gears may have been assembled incorrectly, which can cause the gears to fracture.

Risk: A fractured steering gear can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Free fix: Dealers will inspect the serial numbers and replace the steering gears, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 3, 2022. Owners may contact KME's customer service at 1-800-235-3928.

Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. · 11 vehicles · NHTSA record

Fuel System, Diesel › Fuel Injection System › Fuel Rail (21V960000, 2021-12-10)

Problem: Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Predator and 2020-2022 Severe Service vehicles. The fuel tubes between the fuel rail and the injectors for cylinders four, five, and six may fatigue and crack, which can result in a high pressure fuel leak.

Risk: A high pressure fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

Free fix: Dealers will replace the fuel tubes, and install vibration isolators, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed January 2022. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3928.

Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. · 85 vehicles · NHTSA record

A recall covers a make, model and year range; whether one specific vehicle is affected or already repaired is confirmed by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or by a dealer. Recall repairs are free. Source: NHTSA recall flat file (public domain), campaigns received since January 2010.

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