KME PREDATOR AERIAL 2014: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 17V223000

Make Model Year
KME PREDATOR AERIAL 2014
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2017-05-08 2017-03-31 2017-04-05

Production Dates: 2013-08-12 - 2013-08-12

Manufacturers Involved: Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.

Component: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 9

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. "KME" is recalling certain 2013-2014 Predator SS Aerial, 2013-2016 Predator SS Pumper, 2014 Predator Aerial, Predator Pumper, and Predator Pumper TDA trucks. The ball joints on the independent front suspension "IFS" modules can loosen and separate, leading to a partial loss of steering.

Consequence

A separated ball joint can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

KME will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, clean and secure the ball joint free of charge. The recall began on May 8, 2017. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-570-669-5577.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov.