NHTSA Recall 20V192000
NHTSA Campaign Id 20V192000; Date: Apr. 2, 2020
an electrical short circuit may drain the battery, preventing the emergency vehicle from being able to operate, thereby increasing the risk of injury in the event of an emergency.
Recalled Vehicles:
2016 KME Commercialcab/ Chassis; 2017 KME Commercialcab/ Chassis; 2018 KME Commercialcab/ Chassis; 2019 KME Commercialcab/ Chassis; 2016 KME Predator; 2017 KME Predator; 2018 KME Predator; 2019 KME Predator; 2020 KME Predator; 2016 KME Predator Panther; 2017 KME Predator Panther; 2018 KME Predator Panther; 2019 KME Predator Panther; 2020 KME Predator Panther
Component: Electrical System:battery
Manufactured by: Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
Affected Units:: 678
Recall Summary:
kovatch mobile equipment corp. (kme) is recalling certain 2016-2020 predator custom, predator panther, predator severe service, and 2016-2019 commercial cab/chassis vehicles. an electrical short circuit can occur due to a build-up of corrosion between the positive battery jumper stud and the retaining ring for the stud.
How to Fix:
kme will notify owners, and dealers will clean the jumper studs, connection surfaces, and connections. additionally, the connection surfaces and wire terminals will then be sealed with a silicone electrical sealant. all services will be performed free of charge. the recall is expected to begin may 18, 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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