Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. | NHTSA Recall #18V393000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 18V393000 by Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.. Affecting 2015-2017 kme predator ss aerial, and 2015-2018 kme predator aerial emergency vehicles equipped with an aerial platform and optional modular platform tether control Includes 12 affected units, Platform Tether Control Failure, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2015-2017 kme predator ss aerial, and 2015-2018 kme predator aerial emergency vehicles equipped with an aerial platform and optional modular platform tether control

Defect Summary

Kovatch mobile equipment corp. (kme) is recalling certain 2015-2017 kme predator ss aerial, and 2015-2018 kme predator aerial emergency vehicles equipped with an aerial platform and optional modular platform tether control. if the tether control gets unplugged while it is operating the aerial, the last command will be continued to be carried out.

Corrective Action

Kme will notify owners, and dealers will install updated software to stop the aerial's movement, free of charge. the recall began july 13, 2018. owners may contact kme customer service at 1-800-235-3928.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 18V393000
Manufacturer: Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
Report Received Date: 2018-06-12T00:00:00
Subject: Platform tether control failure
Component: Equipment
Potentially Affected Units: 12

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Kovatch mobile equipment corp. (kme) is recalling certain 2015-2017 kme predator ss aerial, and 2015-2018 kme predator aerial emergency vehicles equipped with an aerial platform and optional modular platform tether control. if the tether control gets unplugged while it is operating the aerial, the last command will be continued to be carried out.
Consequence Summary: If the aerial continues moving when the tether is unplugged, it can increase the risk of an injury.
Corrective Action: Kme will notify owners, and dealers will install updated software to stop the aerial's movement, free of charge. the recall began july 13, 2018. owners may contact kme customer service at 1-800-235-3928.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 100

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NHTSA ID: 18V393000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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