Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Predator Panther Aerial
— Recall Campaign #16V767000
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Predator Panther Aerial, 2011-2015 Predator Aerial, 2012-2015 Predator SS Aerial, 2014 Predator TDA, and 2014-2015 Predator SS TDA emergency vehicles equipped with aerial water way trollies. The aerial device water way trolley could separate from the ladder.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 54 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
16V767000
| Manufacturer: | Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | October 21, 2016 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 16V767000 |
| Units affected: | 54 |
- Description:
- Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Predator Panther Aerial, 2011-2015 Predator Aerial, 2012-2015 Predator SS Aerial, 2014 Predator TDA, and 2014-2015 Predator SS TDA emergency vehicles equipped with aerial water way trollies. The aerial device water way trolley could separate from the ladder.
- Consequeces:
- If the water way trolley separates from the ladder, it may fall, increasing the risk of injury to those nearby.
- Corrective action:
- KME will notify owners, and dealers will install re-enforcement inserts to the side clamps of the water way trolley, free of charge. The recall began on December 1, 2016. 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.