Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. | NHTSA Recall #17V527000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 17V527000 by Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.. Affecting 2016 predator pumper, predator rescue, and airport refueler vehicles, equipped with certain dana spicer steer axles Includes 11 affected units, Tie Rod may Loosen, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2016 predator pumper, predator rescue, and airport refueler vehicles, equipped with certain dana spicer steer axles

Defect Summary

Kovatch mobile equipment corp. (kme) is recalling certain 2016 predator pumper, predator rescue, and airport refueler vehicles, equipped with certain dana spicer steer axles. the castellated nut on the steer axles may not be properly torqued, allowing the tie rod to loosen.

Corrective Action

Kme will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the torque of the castellated nut and tie rod, tightening as necessary. if the nuts do not become properly secured and aligned after being adequately torqued, the dealer will replace the knuckle and tie rod end assemblies, free of charge. the recall began on october 5, 2017. owners may contact kme customer service at 1-800-235-3928.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 17V527000

Manufacturer: Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.

Report Received Date: 2017-08-28T00:00:00

Subject: Tie rod may loosen

Component: Steering

Potentially Affected Units: 11

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Kovatch mobile equipment corp. (kme) is recalling certain 2016 predator pumper, predator rescue, and airport refueler vehicles, equipped with certain dana spicer steer axles. the castellated nut on the steer axles may not be properly torqued, allowing the tie rod to loosen.

Consequence Summary: If the tie rod loosens, it may disconnect from the steering knuckle, causing a complete loss of steering and increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Kme will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the torque of the castellated nut and tie rod, tightening as necessary. if the nuts do not become properly secured and aligned after being adequately torqued, the dealer will replace the knuckle and tie rod end assemblies, free of charge. the recall began on october 5, 2017. owners may contact kme customer service at 1-800-235-3928.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 54.55

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NHTSA ID: 17V527000

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