Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. | NHTSA Recall #13V187000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 13V187000 by Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.. Affecting model year 2009-2013 predator, predator ss, panther; 2010-2011 arff; and model year 2010-2013 panther ii emergency vehicles Includes 695 affected units, Steering Column Grease Fitting may Hinder Steering, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModelsmodel year 2009-2013 predator, predator ss, panther; 2010-2011 arff; and model year 2010-2013 panther ii emergency vehicles
Defect Summary
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.
Corrective Action
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.