Kme Predator recalled over injury risk

Recall date

March 3, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. recalls 2015–2016 Kme Predator

Recall number

16V129000

Brand / firm

Kme

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 18 units

Why it was recalled

An unexpected shift in the transmission could result in a vehicle crash.

What was recalled

Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Predator emergency vehicles manufactured from May 19, 2014, through August 15, 2015, equipped with K gearboxes manufactured by Hale Products, Inc. The affected gearboxes may shift out of gear from "road" to "neutral" while the vehicle is in transit.

What to do

KME will notify owners. The existing gearbox will be inspected and, where necessary, a replacement gearbox will be ordered and installed. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on April 8, 2016. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3926.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.