2013–2016 KME Predator SS Pumper & 2013–2014 KME Predator SS Aerial + 3 more recall: suspension
⚠️ What's wrong
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Predator SS Aerial, 2013-2016 Predator SS Pumper, 2014 Predator Aerial, Predator Pumper, and Predator Pumper TDA trucks. The ball joints on the independent front suspension (IFS) modules can loosen and separate, leading to a partial loss of steering.
💥 The risk
A separated ball joint can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
🔧 The fix
KME will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, clean and secure the ball joint free of charge. The recall began on May 8, 2017. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-570-669-5577.
Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
- NHTSA campaign
- 17V223000
- Manufacturer
- Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
- Vehicles affected
- 9
- Component
- SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM
- NHTSA hotline
- 1-888-327-4236
- Owner letters mailed
- May 8, 2017
- Built
- Nov 24, 2013 – Nov 24, 2013
- Recall started by
- MFR
- 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.