Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. | NHTSA Recall #20V341000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 20V341000 by Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.. Affecting 2011 and 2013-2020 predator severe service, 2015 predator panther, 2011, 2013-2014 and 2017-2018 predator, and 2014 kme commercial cab/chassis firetrucks equipped with optional telma induction braking systems Includes 107 affected units, Telma Braking Mechanism May Separate from Vehicle, component: POWER TRAIN, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModels2011 and 2013-2020 predator severe service, 2015 predator panther, 2011, 2013-2014 and 2017-2018 predator, and 2014 kme commercial cab/chassis firetrucks equipped with optional telma induction braking systems
Defect Summary
Kovatch mobile equipment corp. (kme) is recalling certain 2011 and 2013-2020 predator severe service, 2015 predator panther, 2011, 2013-2014 and 2017-2018 predator, and 2014 kme commercial cab/chassis firetrucks equipped with optional telma induction braking systems. the telma axial retarder braking mechanism may separate from the vehicle while it is moving.
Corrective Action
Kme will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the mounting hardware on axial retarders and replace any incorrect hardware, free of charge. this recall is expected to begin july 2020. owners may contact kme customer service at 1-800-678-1910.