Kme Commercial Skid recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

October 22, 2018

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. recalls 2015–2017 Kme Commercial Skid

Recall number

18V746000

Brand / firm

Kme

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 8 units

Why it was recalled

If the warning lamps are not operable, the user may not be warned that there is a problem with the pump's engine. Failure of the pump's engine may inhibit the ability to contain a fire, increasing the risk of injury.

What was recalled

Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2015 and 2017 KME Commercial Skid vehicles equipped with Kubota Diesel Powered Portable Pumps, part number 200779, revisions A through C, supplied by Hale Products. These pumps may be improperly wired, causing the Oil Pressure and Temperature warning lamps to not illuminate when needed.

What to do

KME will notify owners, and dealers will reverse the wires leading to the warning/indicators or provide a plug-in wire repair harness, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2018. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3928.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.