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2019 KME PREDATOR PANTHER Recall - Campaign #20V192000

 
Auto Recalls For Consumers

2019 KME PREDATOR PANTHER 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 2019 KME PREDATOR PANTHER
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
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 2019 KME PREDATOR PANTHER Recall for ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, 12V/24V/48V BATTERY, CABLES
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