Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Predator emergency vehicles
— Recall Campaign #16V129000
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Predator emergency vehicles manufactured from May 19, 2014, through August 15, 2015, equipped with K gearboxes manufactured by Hale Products, Inc. The affected gearboxes may shift out of gear from "road" to "neutral" while the vehicle is in transit.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 18 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
16V129000
| Manufacturer: | Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | March 03, 2016 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 16V129000 |
| Units affected: | 18 |
- Description:
- Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Predator emergency vehicles manufactured from May 19, 2014, through August 15, 2015, equipped with K gearboxes manufactured by Hale Products, Inc. The affected gearboxes may shift out of gear from "road" to "neutral" while the vehicle is in transit.
- Consequeces:
- An unexpected shift in the transmission could result in a vehicle crash.
- Corrective action:
- KME will notify owners. The existing gearbox will be inspected and, where necessary, a replacement gearbox will be ordered and installed. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on April 8, 2016. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3926.
- 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.