Recall 12V253000: 2010–2011 KME Predator, 2010–2011 KME Predator Panther, 2010–2011 KME Predator SS +1 more
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Jun 4, 2012
- Vehicles affected
- 78
- Models
- 4
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Kovatch mobile equipment corporation (kme) is recalling certain 2010-2011 predator, predator ss, predator panther, and predator xl emergency vehicles manufactured from march 1, 2010 through october 10, 2011, equipped with feature code 04azx meritor wabco electronic stability control (esc) units. Under certain road and driving conditions, vehicle body roll and road inclination characteristics may adversely affect the slip angle calculation of the electronic stability control (esc) system. This might cause the esc to perceive an over steering situation and therefore apply the outer wheel brake on the front axle until the vehicle is perceived to be stable.
The risk
The vehicle may deviate from the intended line of travel, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Kme will notify owners, and dealers will install a new esc module free of charge. The recall began on june 5, 2012. Owners may contact kme at 1-570-669-5154.
Notes
Kme recall number l-02.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2010 KME Predator
- 2011 KME Predator
- 2010 KME Predator Panther
- 2011 KME Predator Panther
- 2010 KME Predator SS
- 2011 KME Predator SS
- 2010 KME Predator XL
- 2011 KME Predator XL
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 12V253000
- Manufacturer campaign
- L-02
- Manufacturer
- KOVATCH MOBILE EQUIPMENT CORP
- Owner letters
- Jun 5, 2012
- Components
- Electronic stability control (esc) (Driver Assistance & Safety Tech)
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