Kme Predator SS Tanker recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

November 22, 2017

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. recalls 2015–2018 Kme — 7 models

Recall number

17V765000

Brand / firm

Kme

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 74 units

Why it was recalled

A reduction in water pressure may hinder fire fighting efforts, increasing the risk of injury.

What was recalled

Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2015 Predator SS Tanker and Commercial Pumper built on Freightliner chassis, 2015-2018 Predator SS Pumper and Commercial Pumper built on Navistar chassis, 2016 Predator Panther Aerial and Predator Aerial, 2015-2017 Predator Panther Pumper and 2018 Predator SS Aerial vehicles equipped with Hale pressure relief valves in the water pumps used for fire fighting. Rings securing the valves may corrode over time after exposure to water, causing the ring to fail and the pressure relief valve to open, reducing the water pressure available for fire fighting.

What to do

KME will notify owners, and KME dealers will install a remedy kit, free of charge. The recall began on January 8, 2018. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3926 or Hale customer service at 1-800-533-3569.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.