Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.: Safety Recalls in 2023

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There were 2 safety recalls made by Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. in 2023. See the details of the recalls below.

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Data Source: NHTSA.

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December 6, 2023

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Overloaded Electrical System May Cause Fire

Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2020 Severe Service, Predator, and Spartan MetroStar trucks. In the event of a short circuit or wiring failure, the firmware in the vehicle multiplex system may fail to shut off the output pin, resulting in overloaded electrical circuits.

NHTSA ID: 23V818000

Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

# of Units Affected: 22

Consequence Summary:

Overloaded electrical circuits can overheat, increasing the risk of fire.

Corrective Action:

Dealers will work with the equipment manufacturer to update the firmware, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 24, 2024. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3928.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 0

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November 26, 2023

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Delay in Park Brake Engagement/FMVSS 121

Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Predator, Panther, and Severe Service fire trucks. A defect in the inversion valve may delay park brake engagement, which could allow the vehicle to move unintentionally. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 121, "Air Brake Systems."

NHTSA ID: 23V798000

Component:

# of Units Affected: 44

Consequence Summary:

Unintentional vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

Corrective Action:

Dealers will inspect and replace the inversion valves as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 24, 2024. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3928.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 6.82

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