Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. | NHTSA Recall #13V137000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 13V137000 by Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.. Affecting model year 2012-2013 predator, predator ss, panther, and model year 2011 panther ii emergency vehicles manufactured february 1, 2011, through february 28, 2013 Includes 40 affected units, Air Brake Leakage may cause Brake Drag, component: PARKING BRAKE, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModelsmodel year 2012-2013 predator, predator ss, panther, and model year 2011 panther ii emergency vehicles manufactured february 1, 2011, through february 28, 2013
Defect Summary
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.
Corrective Action
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.