Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. is recalling certain 2012-2021 KME Custom Chassis
— Recall Campaign #21V333000
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2012-2021 KME Custom Chassis. The sealing washer may not seat correctly in the pilot bore holes, allowing the high pressure fuel rail assembly to leak.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 386 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
21V333000
| Manufacturer: | Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | May 11, 2021 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 21V333000 |
| Units affected: | 386 |
- Description:
- Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2012-2021 KME Custom Chassis. The sealing washer may not seat correctly in the pilot bore holes, allowing the high pressure fuel rail assembly to leak.
- Consequeces:
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
- Corrective action:
- Dealers will inspect the rail threads, and replace the rail as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 2, 2021. 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.