Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.: Safety Recalls in 2018
Updated on March 19, 2026.
There were 7 safety recalls made by Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. in 2018. See the details of the recalls below.
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Data Source: NHTSA.
October 22, 2018
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Improperly Wired Warning Lights on Portable Pumps
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2015 and 2017 KME Commercial Skid vehicles equipped with Kubota Diesel Powered Portable Pumps, part number 200779, revisions A through C, supplied by Hale Products. These pumps may be improperly wired, causing the Oil Pressure and Temperature warning lamps to not illuminate when needed.
NHTSA ID: 18V746000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 8
Consequence Summary:
If the warning lamps are not operable, the user may not be warned that there is a problem with the pump's engine. Failure of the pump's engine may inhibit the ability to contain a fire, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
KME will notify owners, and dealers will reverse the wires leading to the warning/indicators or provide a plug-in wire repair harness, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2018. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3928.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 0
September 13, 2018
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Brake Light may Randomly Illuminate/FMVSS 108
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Commercial Pumper, Commercial Rescue, Commercial Tanker, Commercial Wildland, 2018-2019 Predator Aerial, Predator Panther Pumper, Predator Pumper, Predator Rescue, Predator SS Pumper, Predator Tanker, 2018 Predator Panther Aerial, Predator Panther Tanker, Predator SS Aerial, Predator SS TDA, and Predator TDA vehicles equipped with Whelen accessory brake lights. Depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, these brake lights may illuminate when the brake pedal has not been pressed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
NHTSA ID: 18V622000
Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
# of Units Affected: 111
Consequence Summary:
If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
KME will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began November 2, 2018. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3928.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 25.23
June 26, 2018
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Aerial Ladder Lifting Device Incorrect Load Rating
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2017 KME Predator TDA, 2016-2018 KME Predator SS TDA, and 2018 KME Predator SS Aerial emergency vehicles equipped with an aerial ladder and optional tip mounted lifting device. The lifting devices do not meet the specified load rating or safety factor.
NHTSA ID: 18V433000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 13
Consequence Summary:
Using the device to lift the rated load may cause the device to deform, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
KME has notified owners, and dealers will replace the tip lifting device, free of charge. The recall began July 26, 2018. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3928.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 76.92
June 26, 2018
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Aerial Ladder Lifting Device Incorrect Load Rating
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain KME Tip Mounted Lifting Devices, part numbers 95347115 and 95347118. The lifting devices do not meet the specified load rating or safety factor.
NHTSA ID: 18E047000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 2
Consequence Summary:
Using the device to lift the rated load may cause the device to deform, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
KME has notified owners, and dealers will replace the replace the tip mounted lifting device, free of charge. The recall began July 26, 2018. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3928.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
June 12, 2018
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Platform Tether Control Failure
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2015-2017 KME Predator SS Aerial, and 2015-2018 KME Predator Aerial emergency vehicles equipped with an aerial platform and optional modular platform tether control. If the tether control gets unplugged while it is operating the aerial, the last command will be continued to be carried out.
NHTSA ID: 18V393000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 12
Consequence Summary:
If the aerial continues moving when the tether is unplugged, it can increase the risk of an injury.
Corrective Action:
KME will notify owners, and dealers will install updated software to stop the aerial's movement, free of charge. The recall began July 13, 2018. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3928.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
April 13, 2018
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Hydraulic Cab Lift Hose Chaffing may cause Fire
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2012-2016 KME Predator SS Pumper and Predator Pumper, and 2015-2016 Predator Aerial vehicles equipped with Cummins ISX12 engines. The braided cab lift hydraulic hoses, wire braided air lines and/or wire braided fuel cooler lines may be improperly routed and secured contacting the starter power stud, causing a leak and a possible short-circuit.
NHTSA ID: 18V237000
Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
# of Units Affected: 38
Consequence Summary:
A fluid leak combined with arcing between the power stud and the exposed wire can increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
KME will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the area around the starter and make sure that the hoses have sufficient clearance, replacing any damaged cab lift hydraulic hoses, and adding hose chafe guards, free of charge. The recall began on May 22, 2018. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3928.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 31.58
March 14, 2018
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Front Axle Spindle may Fracture
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.
NHTSA ID: 18V172000
Component: SUSPENSION
# of Units Affected: 12
Consequence Summary:
A wheel separation from the vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
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.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 75
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