Recall 13V137000: 2012–2013 KME Panther, 2011 KME Panther II, 2012–2013 KME Predator +1 more
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Apr 11, 2013
- Vehicles affected
- 40
- Models
- 4
- Initiated by
- ODI
The problem
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (Kovatch) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Predator, Predator SS, Panther, and model year 2011 Panther II emergency vehicles manufactured February 1, 2011, through February 28, 2013. These vehicles are equipped with Meritor axle assemblies that were built with disc brakes using MGM J24 series air brake chambers. In the affected axles, the brake chambers may leak pressure allowing the parking brake to drag when it is supposed to be released. Brake dragging could lead to overheated brake components.
The risk
Overheated brake components could result in a fire.
The fix
Kovatch will notify owners and will replace the actuators as needed, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin in May 2013. Owners may contact Kovatch at 1-570-669-5132.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2012 KME Panther
- 2013 KME Panther
- 2011 KME Panther II
- 2012 KME Predator
- 2013 KME Predator
- 2012 KME Predator SS
- 2013 KME Predator SS
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 13V137000
- Manufacturer
- Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
- Components
- Parking brake:conventional:air (Brakes)
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