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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 19V577📅 Aug 6, 2019

2019 KME Predator Pumper & 2019 KME Predator SS Aerial + 1 more recall: suspension

⚠️ What's wrong

Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2018 Predator TDA, 2019 Predator SS Aerial and Predator Pumper fire trucks. The front shocks may separate from their upper mount on the front suspension. The loose shock may contact and damage the steering gear housing, possibly causing a steering fluid leak and a loss of power steering assist.

💥 The risk

A loss of hydraulic steering assist can increase the risk of a crash.

🔧 The fix

KME will notify owners, and Reyco Granning and KME dealers will work together to install a new shock mount bolt and nut, hardened washer, and shims to keep the shocks secured, free of charge. The recall began September 3, 2019. Owners may contact Reyco customer service at 1-765-543-5815 or KME customer service at 1-800-235-3928.

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
19V577000
Manufacturer
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
Vehicles affected
3
Component
SUSPENSION:FRONT
Owner phone
1-800-235-3928
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Sep 3, 2019
Built
Dec 31, 2018 – Dec 31, 2018
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.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 19V577 recall repair 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.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 19V577?

2019 KME Predator Pumper & 2019 KME Predator SS Aerial + 1 more. 3 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized KME dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-235-3928.