2015 KME PREDATOR PANTHER RECALL - #20V341000
RECALL FOR POWER TRAIN : DRIVELINE : DRIVESHAFT
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.
Information provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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| Vehicle |
2015 KME PREDATOR PANTHER |
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| Manufacturer |
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. |
| Manufactured between |
1/1/1900 - 1/1/1900 |
| Recalled on |
6/11/2020 |
| Influenced by |
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. |
| Owners Notified on |
7/31/2020 |
| # Affected |
107 |
| Recalled for |
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT |
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| Description |
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. |
| Consequences |
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. |
| 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 |
2015 KME PREDATOR PANTHER Recall for SERVICE BRAKES
2015 KME PREDATOR PANTHER Recall for SERVICE BRAKES
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