Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. is recalling certain 2020 Severe Service
— Recall Campaign #23V818000
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2020 Severe Service, Predator, and Spartan MetroStar trucks. In the event of a short circuit or wiring failure, the firmware in the vehicle multiplex system may fail to shut off the output pin, resulting in overloaded electrical circuits.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 22 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
23V818000
| Manufacturer: | Spartan Fire, LLC |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | December 06, 2023 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 23V818000 |
| Units affected: | 22 |
- Description:
- Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2020 Severe Service, Predator, and Spartan MetroStar trucks. In the event of a short circuit or wiring failure, the firmware in the vehicle multiplex system may fail to shut off the output pin, resulting in overloaded electrical circuits.
- Consequeces:
- Overloaded electrical circuits can overheat, increasing the risk of fire.
- Corrective action:
- Dealers will work with the equipment manufacturer to update the firmware, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 24, 2024. 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.nhtsa.gov.