2016 KME AIRPORT REFUELER RECALL - #17V527000
RECALL FOR STEERING
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2016 Predator Pumper, Predator Rescue, and Airport Refueler vehicles, equipped with certain Dana Spicer steer axles. The castellated nut on the steer axles may not be properly torqued, allowing the tie rod to loosen.
Information provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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| Vehicle |
2016 KME AIRPORT REFUELER |
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| Manufacturer |
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. |
| Manufactured between |
4/30/2015 - 9/30/2015 |
| Recalled on |
8/29/2017 |
| Influenced by |
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. |
| Owners Notified on |
10/5/2017 |
| # Affected |
11 |
| Recalled for |
STEERING |
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| Description |
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2016 Predator Pumper, Predator Rescue, and Airport Refueler vehicles, equipped with certain Dana Spicer steer axles. The castellated nut on the steer axles may not be properly torqued, allowing the tie rod to loosen. |
| Consequences |
If the tie rod loosens, it may disconnect from the steering knuckle, causing a complete loss of steering and increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective action |
KME will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the torque of the castellated nut and tie rod, tightening as necessary. If the nuts do not become properly secured and aligned after being adequately torqued, the dealer will replace the knuckle and tie rod end assemblies, free of charge. The recall began on October 5, 2017. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3928. |
| Notes |
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
| See also |
2016 KME AIRPORT REFUELER Recall for STEERING, LINKAGES, TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
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