Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.: Safety Recalls in 2020
Updated on March 19, 2026.
There were 5 safety recalls made by Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. in 2020. See the details of the recalls below.
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Data Source: NHTSA.
August 18, 2020
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Rear LED Lights Too Bright/FMVSS 108
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2017-2020 Commercial Pumper and Predator SS Rescue, 2018 Predator Panther Pumper and Commercial Skid, 2018-2020 Predator SS Aerial, 2020 Predator Panther Tanker, 2016 Predator Panther Aerial and Commercial Rescue, 2015-2019 Commercial Tanker, 2018-2019 Commercial Wildland, 2017 Predator SS Chassis and 2018-2021 Predator SS Pumper vehicles equipped with certain Code 3 7x9 Stop-Tail-Turn Reverse All-in-One LED stop, tail, turn, and reverse lights. The lights may be too bright, exceeding the maximum light output allowed which may adversely affect the vision of drivers. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
NHTSA ID: 20V487000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 38
Consequence Summary:
The excessive brightness may affect the vision of other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
KME will notify owners, and dealers will instruct vehicle owners to contact Code 3 to obtain a filter kit (Part No. CZ0199), free of charge. The recall began October 9, 2020. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3928.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 23.68
June 10, 2020
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Telma Braking Mechanism May Separate from Vehicle
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2011 and 2013-2020 Predator Severe Service, 2015 Predator Panther, 2011, 2013-2014 and 2017-2018 Predator, and 2014 KME commercial cab/chassis firetrucks equipped with optional Telma induction braking systems. The Telma axial retarder braking mechanism may separate from the vehicle while it is moving.
NHTSA ID: 20V341000
Component: POWER TRAIN
# of Units Affected: 107
Consequence Summary:
A retarder that separates from the vehicle may increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
KME will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the mounting hardware on axial retarders and replace any incorrect hardware, free of charge. This recall is expected to begin July 2020. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-678-1910.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 62.62
April 2, 2020
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Corrosion on Battery Studs
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2016-2020 Predator Custom, Predator Panther, Predator Severe Service, and 2016-2019 Commercial Cab/Chassis vehicles. An electrical short circuit can occur due to a build-up of corrosion between the positive battery jumper stud and the retaining ring for the stud.
NHTSA ID: 20V192000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 678
Consequence Summary:
An electrical short circuit may drain the battery, preventing the emergency vehicle from being able to operate, thereby increasing the risk of injury in the event of an emergency.
Corrective Action:
KME will notify owners, and dealers will clean the jumper studs, connection surfaces, and connections. Additionally, the connection surfaces and wire terminals will then be sealed with a silicone electrical sealant. All services will be performed free of charge. The recall began May 18, 2020. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3928.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 40.86
January 29, 2020
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Flashlight Battery Pack May Explode
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Predator SS Pumper, 2015 Predator SS Aerial, and 2015-2018 Predator SS TDA emergency response vehicles. The battery packs for the Pelican 9410 and 9415 flashlights may explode while charging.
NHTSA ID: 20V051000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 41
Consequence Summary:
A battery pack explosion may increase the risk of an injury.
Corrective Action:
KME will notify the affected owners and will arrange for the return and repair of the flashlight batteries. The recall March 19, 2020. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3928.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 39.02
January 8, 2020
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Swing Drives Not Properly Lubricated
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling one 2017 and certain 2012-2015 Emergency Response KME 55 FT Firestix Aerial Devices. The swing drives may not contain lubricating oil, which can cause the internal gears to become damaged and cause seizing.
NHTSA ID: 20V006000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 6
Consequence Summary:
If the swing drive's internal gears become damaged or start seizing, uncontrolled movement of the ladder can occur, increasing the risk of an injury.
Corrective Action:
KME will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the swing drives and rebuild them if they do not contain the lubricating oil, free of charge. The recall began February 25, 2020. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3928.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 50
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