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2011 KME PREDATOR RESCUE Recall - Campaign #18V172000

 
Auto Recalls For Consumers

2011 KME PREDATOR RESCUE RECALL - #18V172000

RECALL FOR SUSPENSION : FRONT

Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2007-2012 KME Predator Pumper, 2013 Predator SS Aerial, 2007 Predator Aerial, 2008-2011 Predator Rescue, and 2007 Predator Tanker vehicles, equipped with Timoney Independent Front Suspensions. Inconsistent machining may result in fatigue cracks developing over time in the front axle spindles, causing failure of the spindle and the possible separation of a front wheel from the vehicle.

Information provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

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Vehicle 2011 KME PREDATOR RESCUE
Manufacturer Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
Manufactured between 1/4/2008 - 3/26/2010
Recalled on 3/15/2018
Influenced by Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
Owners Notified on 5/2/2018
# Affected 12
Recalled for SUSPENSION:FRONT
Description Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2007-2012 KME Predator Pumper, 2013 Predator SS Aerial, 2007 Predator Aerial, 2008-2011 Predator Rescue, and 2007 Predator Tanker vehicles, equipped with Timoney Independent Front Suspensions. Inconsistent machining may result in fatigue cracks developing over time in the front axle spindles, causing failure of the spindle and the possible separation of a front wheel from the vehicle.
Consequences A wheel separation from the vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective action KME will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front axle spindle, free of charge. The recall began on May 2, 2018. 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.
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