Recall 16V372000: 2015–2016 KME Predator SS
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- May 27, 2016
- Vehicles affected
- 9
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Predator Severe Service vehicles manufactured August 28, 2014, to January 27, 2016. The affected vehicles are equipped with Pelican 9410L flashlights, part number 9410-021-245 or 9410-021-110, with lithium ion battery packs, part number 9413-301-001, which may overheat.
The risk
If the flashlight battery pack overheats, it can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix
KME will notify owners to inspect the flashlights and battery packs, and request replacements from Pelican, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on June 16, 2016. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3926.
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
- 2015 KME Predator SS
- 2016 KME Predator SS
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 16V372000
- Manufacturer
- Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
- Owner letters
- Jun 16, 2016
- 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