NHTSA Recall 20V341000
NHTSA Campaign Id 20V341000; Date: Jun. 10, 2020
a retarder that separates from the vehicle may increase the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2014 KME Commercialcab/ Chassis; 2011 KME Predator; 2013 KME Predator; 2014 KME Predator; 2017 KME Predator; 2018 KME Predator; 2015 KME Predator Panther; 2011 KME Predator Ss; 2013 KME Predator Ss; 2014 KME Predator Ss; 2015 KME Predator Ss; 2016 KME Predator Ss; 2017 KME Predator Ss; 2018 KME Predator Ss; 2019 KME Predator Ss; 2020 KME Predator Ss
Component: Power Train:driveline:driveshaft
Manufactured by: Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
Affected Units:: 107
Recall Summary:
kovatch mobile equipment corp. (kme) is recalling certain 2011 and 2013-2020 predator severe service, 2015 predator panther, 2011, 2013-2014 and 2017-2018 predator, and 2014 kme commercial cab/chassis firetrucks equipped with optional telma induction braking systems. the telma axial retarder braking mechanism may separate from the vehicle while it is moving.
How to Fix:
kme will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the mounting hardware on axial retarders and replace any incorrect hardware, free of charge. this recall is expected to begin july 27, 2020. owners may contact kme customer service at 1-800-678-1910.
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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