Recall 17V503000: 2014–2016 KME Predator Aerial and 1 other model
- Report received
- Aug 14, 2017
- Manufacturer
- Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
- Potentially affected
- 14vehicles
- Model years
- 2014–2016
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 2014-2016 Predator SS Aerial, and Predator Aerial vehicles. The software that controls the ladder rotation circuit may allow the ladder to rotate even after the rotation joystick is released.
Possible consequence
Unintended rotation of the ladder can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
KME will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the ladder rotation software, free of charge. The recall began on October 3, 2017. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3926.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 2014 KME Predator2 complaints
- 2015 KME Predator0 complaints
- 2016 KME Predator0 complaints
- 2014 KME Predator Aerial1 complaints
- 2015 KME Predator Aerial0 complaints
- 2016 KME Predator Aerial0 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.