Recall 18V172000: 2007–2013 KME Predator and 1 other model

Report received

Mar 14, 2018

Manufacturer

Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.

Potentially affected

12vehicles

Model years

2007–2013

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 2007-2012 KME Predator Pumper, 2013 Predator SS Aerial, 2007 Predator Aerial, 2008-2011 Predator Rescue, and 2007 Predator Tanker vehicles, equipped with Timoney Independent Front Suspensions. Inconsistent machining may result in fatigue cracks developing over time in the front axle spindles, causing failure of the spindle and the possible separation of a front wheel from the vehicle.

Possible consequence

A wheel separation from the vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

KME will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front axle spindle, free of charge. The recall began on May 2, 2018. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3928.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2007 KME Predator0 complaints
• 2008 KME Predator0 complaints
• 2009 KME Predator0 complaints
• 2010 KME Predator3 complaints
• 2011 KME Predator1 complaints
• 2012 KME Predator2 complaints
• 2013 KME Predator5 complaints
• 2007 KME Predator Aerial0 complaints