Recall 16V606000: 2012–2013 KME Predator and 1 other model
- Report received
- Aug 16, 2016
- Manufacturer
- Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
- Potentially affected
- 27vehicles
- Model years
- 2012–2013
Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
What NHTSA recorded
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Predator Pumper, Predator Panther Pumper and Predator Aerial, 2013 Predator Panther Aerial and Predator Rescue and 2012 Predator Panther Tanker emergency vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the front grille may loosen and separate from the cab face.
Possible consequence
If the front grille detaches from the vehicle while driving, it could become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
All the vehicles affected in this campaign have been remedied. Therefore, an owner notification will not be issued. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-570-669-5577.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 2012 KME Predator2 complaints
- 2013 KME Predator5 complaints
- 2012 KME Predator Aerial0 complaints
- 2013 KME Predator Aerial1 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.