Recall 12V027000: 2005–2011 KME Aerialcat

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
Jan 30, 2012
Vehicles affected
120
Models
1
Initiated by
ODI

The problem

Kovatch mobile equipment corporation (kme) is recalling certain model year 2003 through 2011 aerialcat model fire trucks equipped with an aerial bucket that is operated with electronic controls and a turntable that has hydraulic controls. On these vehicles, upon activation of the dead man’s switch on the turntable, the ladder may unexpectedly move.

The risk

If the ladder unexpectedly moves, the operator can lose control of the bucket location, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix

Kme will notify owners, and dealers will repair the trucks free of charge. The safety recall began on april 10, 2012. Owners may contact kovatch mobile equipment corporation at 1-570-669-5154.

Notes

Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Affected vehicles

  • 2005 KME Aerialcat
  • 2006 KME Aerialcat
  • 2007 KME Aerialcat
  • 2008 KME Aerialcat
  • 2009 KME Aerialcat
  • 2010 KME Aerialcat
  • 2011 KME Aerialcat

Details

NHTSA campaign
12V027000
Manufacturer
KOVATCH MOBILE EQUIPMENT CORP
Owner letters
Apr 10, 2012
Components
Equipment (Other / Unknown)

Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.

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