Recall 13V187000: 2010–2011 KME Arff, 2009–2013 KME Panther, 2010–2013 KME Panther II +2 more

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
May 9, 2013
Vehicles affected
695
Models
5
Initiated by
Manufacturer

The problem

Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (Kovatch) is recalling certain model year 2009-2013 Predator, Predator SS, Panther; 2010-2011 ARFF; and model year 2010-2013 Panther II emergency vehicles. The grease fitting in the steering column shaft may get caught in the column cover. The grease fitting could tear the cover which will impact the driver's ability to steer the vehicle.

The risk

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

The fix

Kovatch will notify owners and dealers will remove the grease fitting, free of charge. The safety recall began on May 20, 2013. Owners may contact Kovatch at 1-570-669-5173. Kovatch's recall campaign number is 2013-E01.

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

  • 2010 KME Arff
  • 2011 KME Arff
  • 2009 KME Panther
  • 2010 KME Panther
  • 2011 KME Panther
  • 2012 KME Panther
  • 2013 KME Panther
  • 2010 KME Panther II
  • 2011 KME Panther II
  • 2012 KME Panther II
  • 2013 KME Panther II
  • 2009 KME Predator
  • 2010 KME Predator
  • 2011 KME Predator
  • 2012 KME Predator
  • 2013 KME Predator
  • 2009 KME Predator SS
  • 2010 KME Predator SS
  • 2011 KME Predator SS
  • 2012 KME Predator SS
  • 2013 KME Predator SS

Details

NHTSA campaign
13V187000
Manufacturer campaign
2013-E01
Manufacturer
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
Owner letters
May 20, 2013
Components
Steering (Steering)

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