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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the 2013 KME Predator Ss Pumper produced?
- The 2013 KME Predator Ss Pumper is produced in Charlotte Michigan, United States (usa).
Are there recalls for the 2013 KME Predator Ss Pumper?
- There are 10 recall(s) for the 2013 KME Predator Ss Pumper, additional information is below.
NHTSA Mandated Recalls
Recall 212538 [USA]: Broken welds may cause the mounts to separate from the axle, resulting in loss of control of the vehicle, and increasing the risk of a crash.
Kovatch mobile equipment corp. (kme) is recalling certain 2017-2018 predator ss rescue, 2017 predator emergency tractor, 2014-2020 predator panther pumper, 2013-2017 predator pumper, 2014 predator rescue, and 2013-2020 predator ss pumper vehicles. The welds that attach the suspension mounts and torque rod mounts to the rear axle may have been insufficiently welded, possibly causing the welds to break. kme will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the welds, and repair any defects found, free of charge. The recall began april 9, 2021. Owners may contact kme customer service at 1-800-235-3928. 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.
Recall 149779 [USA]: A retarder that separates from the vehicle may increase the risk of a crash.
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. 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 2020. Owners may contact kme customer service at 1-800-678-1910. 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.
Recall 133536 [USA]: A fluid leak combined with arcing between the power stud and the exposed wire can increase the risk of a fire.
Kovatch mobile equipment corp. (kme) is recalling certain 2012-2016 kme predator ss pumper and predator pumper, and 2015-2016 predator aerial vehicles equipped with cummins isx12 engines. The braided cab lift hydraulic hoses, wire braided air lines and/or wire braided fuel cooler lines may be improperly routed and secured contacting the starter power stud, causing a leak and a possible short-circuit. kme will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the area around the starter and make sure that the hoses have sufficient clearance, replacing any damaged cab lift hydraulic hoses, and adding hose chafe guards, free of charge. The recall began on may 22, 2018. Owners may contact kme customer service at 1-800-235-3928. 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.
Recall 121330 [USA]: A separated ball joint can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Kovatch mobile equipment corp. (kme) is recalling certain 2013-2014 predator ss aerial, 2013-2016 predator ss pumper, 2014 predator aerial, predator pumper, and predator pumper tda trucks. The ball joints on the independent front suspension (ifs) modules can loosen and separate, leading to a partial loss of steering. kme will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, clean and secure the ball joint free of charge. The recall began on may 8, 2017. Owners may contact kme customer service at 1-570-669-5577. 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.
Recall 108472 [USA]: If the door opens while the vehicle is in motion, the occupants are at an increased risk of injury.
Kovatch mobile equipment corp. (kme) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 predator severe-service vehicles manufactured september 2, 2011, to september 20, 2013. The cab door latch retaining hardware may loosen, preventing the cab door from closing properly and allowing the cab door to open unexpectedly while moving. kme will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the cab door latch hardware, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on may 25, 2016. Owners may contact kme customer service at 1-800-235-3926. 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.
Recall 112819 [USA]: A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.
Kovatch mobile equipment corp. (kme) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 predator emergency vehicles manufactured january 23, 2013, to january 28, 2015. The affected vehicles have front independent suspension assemblies that may have loose ball joints which could separate causing a loss of steering control. kme will notify owners, and dealers will correct the ball joint installation, free of charge. The recall began on october 30, 2015. Owners may contact kme customer service at 1-800-235-3926. 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.
Recall 104919 [USA]: If the latch plate remains partially engaged after the button is pressed, egress from the vehicle could be hindered which would increase the risk of injury in the event of an emergency.
Kovatch mobile equipment corp. (kovatch) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 predator and 2014 panther fire fighting vehicles manufactured october 2013 to march 2014, and equipped with immi-brand l9 seat belt buckles. When the button is pressed to release the seat belt, the latch plate can become partially engaged with the buckle, making the seat belt difficult to unlatch. Thus, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) no. 209, "seat belt assemblies." kovatch will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt buckle, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on august 24, 2015. Owners may contact kovatch at 1-800-235-3926. Kovatch's number for this campaign is 2014-sr01. 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.
Recall 96375 [USA]: A sudden loss of steering control may increase the risk of a crash.
Kovatch mobile equipment corp. (kovatch) is recalling certain model year 2009-2013 predator, predator ss, panther; 2010-2011 arff; and model year 2010-2013 panther ii emergency vehicles. The grease fitting in the steering column shaft may get caught in the column cover. The grease fitting could tear the cover which will impact the driver's ability to steer the vehicle. kovatch will notify owners and dealers will remove the grease fitting, free of charge. The safety recall began on may 20, 2013. Owners may contact kovatch at 1-570-669-5173. Kovatch's recall campaign number is 2013-e01. 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.
Recall 96739 [USA]: Overheated brake components could result in a fire.
Kovatch mobile equipment corp. (kovatch) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 predator, predator ss, panther, and model year 2011 panther ii emergency vehicles manufactured february 1, 2011, through february 28, 2013. These vehicles are equipped with meritor axle assemblies that were built with disc brakes using mgm j24 series air brake chambers. In the affected axles, the brake chambers may leak pressure allowing the parking brake to drag when it is supposed to be released. Brake dragging could lead to overheated brake components. kovatch will notify owners and will replace the actuators as needed, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin in may 2013. Owners may contact kovatch at 1-570-669-5132. 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.
Recall 2020274 [Canada]: Brakes
Issue: on one fire truck, incorrect fasteners may have been used to mount the axial retarder. Over time, the fasteners could loosen and allow it to separate from the vehicle. If this happens, there could be a loss of vehicle control. Safety risk: a loss of vehicle control could increase the risk of a crash. Corrective actions: kme will contact the owner and instruct them to take the fire truck to a dealer to inspect the mounting hardware on the axial retarder, and replace any incorrect hardware.
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Door opens without warning from failure of latch mechanism to securely hold the door shut. The thru bolt loosens on its own.
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20141029
Cabin door latches come open without warning. The middle thru bolt for the latch loosens, causing excessive wear and loosening of the latch mechanism, and also causing the latch to fail to secure the door.
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No
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None
None
20140720
Cabin door opens without warning, sometimes while truck is in motion. Thru bolt loosens causing the latch to open.
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No
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None
None
20140222
Cabin door opens without warning, sometimes while truck is in motion. Thru bolt loosens causing the latch to open.