KME Predator problems by model year

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

NHTSA has 0 owner complaints and 21 recalls on file for the KME Predator (2007–2025).

Complaints
0
Recalls
21
Model years
17
Worst year
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Complaints by model year

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NHTSA complaints per KME Predator model year. Click a bar for details.

Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.

Every KME Predator model year

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KME Predator recalls

  • Recall 25V584000Sep 6, 20251,261 vehiclesModel years 2024–2025

    Risk: A door that cannot be opened may trap occupants inside the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.

  • Recall 23V818000Dec 6, 202322 vehiclesModel years 2020

    Risk: Overloaded electrical circuits can overheat, increasing the risk of fire.

  • Recall 23V798000Nov 26, 202344 vehiclesModel years 2021

    Risk: Unintentional vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

  • Recall 22V607000Aug 9, 202211 vehiclesModel years 2021

    Risk: A fractured steering gear can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 21V960000Dec 10, 202185 vehiclesModel years 2020–2021

    Risk: A high pressure fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

  • Recall 21V097000Feb 19, 202188 vehiclesModel years 2017

    Risk: Broken welds may cause the mounts to separate from the axle, resulting in loss of control of the vehicle, and increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 20V341000Jun 10, 2020107 vehiclesModel years 2011–2018

    Risk: A retarder that separates from the vehicle may increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 20V192000Apr 2, 2020678 vehiclesModel years 2016–2020

    Risk: An electrical short circuit may drain the battery, preventing the emergency vehicle from being able to operate, thereby increasing the risk of injury in the event of an emergency.

  • Recall 18V433000Jun 26, 201813 vehiclesModel years 2017

    Risk: Using the device to lift the rated load may cause the device to deform, increasing the risk of injury.

  • Recall 16V569000Aug 1, 2016112 vehiclesModel years 2016

    Risk: If the power output cannot be changed, once the fire truck arrives at the scene, it may not be able to pump water to aid in extinguishing the fire, increasing the risk of injury.

  • Recall 16V294000May 12, 2016108 vehiclesModel years 2016

    Risk: If the strainer and/or debris enters the pump, and the operator is forced to shut down the pump, reducing firefighting effectiveness, there could be an increased risk of injury.

  • Recall 16V263000May 2, 201614 vehiclesModel years 2012–2014

    Risk: If the door opens while the vehicle is in motion, the occupants are at an increased risk of injury.

  • Recall 16V129000Mar 3, 201618 vehiclesModel years 2015–2016

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

  • Recall 15V723000Nov 2, 20153 vehiclesModel years 2016

    Risk: If the hex nuts are not tightened to specification, the driveshaft may disconnect from the drive axle, resulting in a loss of propulsion and increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 15V632000Oct 8, 20158 vehiclesModel years 2013–2015

    Risk: A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 14V455000Jul 25, 201410 vehiclesModel years 2013–2014

    Risk: If the latch plate remains partially engaged after the button is pressed, egress from the vehicle could be hindered which would increase the risk of injury in the event of an emergency.

  • Recall 13V187000May 9, 2013695 vehiclesModel years 2009–2013

    Risk: A sudden loss of steering control may increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 13V137000Apr 11, 201340 vehiclesModel years 2012–2013

    Risk: Overheated brake components could result in a fire.

  • Recall 12V253000Jun 4, 201278 vehiclesModel years 2010–2011

    Risk: The vehicle may deviate from the intended line of travel, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 11V471000Sep 8, 20115 vehiclesModel years 2010–2011

    Risk: If the inlet or outlet sections disconnect, hot exhaust gases can vent prior to exiting the tailpipe, creating the risk of combustion and a fire. If both clamps fail, there is a risk in some applications that the doc/dpf housing may detach completely, creating a road hazard.

  • Recall 10V386000Aug 26, 201064 vehiclesModel years 2007–2009

    Risk: Unexpected emergency vehicle engine shutdown could hamper rescue operations and put first responders and or the public at risk.

Other KME models

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology