2018 KME PREDATOR RECALL - #20V192000
RECALL FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEM : 12V/24V/48V BATTERY
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.
Information provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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| Vehicle |
2018 KME PREDATOR |
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| Manufacturer |
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. |
| Manufactured between |
1/1/1900 - 1/1/1900 |
| Recalled on |
4/2/2020 |
| Influenced by |
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. |
| Owners Notified on |
5/18/2020 |
| # Affected |
678 |
| Recalled for |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY |
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| Description |
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. |
| Consequences |
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. |
| 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 |
2018 KME PREDATOR Recall for ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, 12V/24V/48V BATTERY, CABLES
2018 KME PREDATOR Recall for POWER TRAIN, DRIVELINE, DRIVESHAFT
2018 KME PREDATOR Recall for POWER TRAIN, DRIVELINE, DRIVESHAFT
2018 KME PREDATOR Recall for SERVICE BRAKES
2018 KME PREDATOR Recall for SERVICE BRAKES
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