Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. | NHTSA Recall #12V027000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 12V027000 by Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.. Includes 120 affected units, HYDRAULIC CONTROLS, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Kovatch mobile equipment corporation (kme) is recalling certain model year 2003 through 2011 aerialcat model fire trucks equipped with an aerial bucket that is operated with electronic controls and a turntable that has hydraulic controls. on these vehicles, upon activation of the dead man?s switch on the turntable, the ladder may unexpectedly move.

Corrective Action

Kme will notify owners, and dealers will repair the trucks free of charge. the safety recall began on april 10, 2012. owners may contact kovatch mobile equipment corporation at 1-570-669-5154.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 12V027000

Manufacturer: Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.

Report Received Date: 2012-01-30T00:00:00

Subject: Hydraulic controls

Component: Equipment

Potentially Affected Units: 120

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Kovatch mobile equipment corporation (kme) is recalling certain model year 2003 through 2011 aerialcat model fire trucks equipped with an aerial bucket that is operated with electronic controls and a turntable that has hydraulic controls. on these vehicles, upon activation of the dead man?s switch on the turntable, the ladder may unexpectedly move.

Consequence Summary: If the ladder unexpectedly moves, the operator can lose control of the bucket location, increasing the risk of injury.

Corrective Action: Kme will notify owners, and dealers will repair the trucks free of charge. the safety recall began on april 10, 2012. owners may contact kovatch mobile equipment corporation at 1-570-669-5154.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 12V027000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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