NHTSA Recall 23V798000
NHTSA Campaign Id 23V798000; Date: Nov. 26, 2023
unintentional vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Recalled Vehicles:
2021 KME Panther; 2022 KME Panther; 2023 KME Panther; 2021 KME Predator; 2022 KME Predator; 2023 KME Predator; 2021 KME Severe Service; 2022 KME Severe Service; 2023 KME Severe Service
Component: Parking Brake
Manufactured by: Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
Affected Units:: 44
Recall Summary:
kovatch mobile equipment corp. (kme) is recalling certain 2021-2023 predator, panther, and severe service fire trucks. a defect in the inversion valve may delay park brake engagement, which could allow the vehicle to move unintentionally. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 121, "air brake systems."
How to Fix:
dealers will inspect and replace the inversion valves as necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters are expected to be mailed january 15, 2024. 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.nhtsa.gov.
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