NHTSA Recall 20V006000
NHTSA Campaign Id 20V006000; Date: Jan. 8, 2020
if the swing drive's internal gears become damaged or start seizing, uncontrolled movement of the ladder can occur, increasing the risk of an injury.
Recalled Vehicles:
2012 KME Firestix; 2013 KME Firestix; 2014 KME Firestix; 2015 KME Firestix; 2017 KME Firestix
Component: Equipment
Manufactured by: Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
Affected Units:: 6
Recall Summary:
kovatch mobile equipment corp. (kme) is recalling one 2017 and certain 2012-2015 emergency response kme 55 ft firestix aerial devices. the swing drives may not contain lubricating oil, which can cause the internal gears to become damaged and cause seizing.
How to Fix:
kme will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the swing drives and rebuild them if they do not contain the lubricating oil, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin february 24, 2020. owners may contact kme customer service at 1-800-235-3928.
Recall 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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