NHTSA vehicle safety data
2021 KME Predator SS Recalls, Ratings & Complaints
The 2021 KME Predator SS has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns and 0 owner complaints on file as of October 16, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized KME dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2021 KME Predator SS. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
STEERING
NHTSA #22V607000Reported August 9, 2022 · Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
Potentially affected: 11 vehicles
Defect description
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2021-2022 KME Predator, Panther, and Severe Service fire trucks equipped with Sheppard Steering Gears. The steering gears may have been assembled incorrectly, which can cause the gears to fracture.
Safety consequence
A fractured steering gear can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will inspect the serial numbers and replace the steering gears, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 3, 2022. Owners may contact KME's customer service at 1-800-235-3928.
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.nhtsa.gov.
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL
NHTSA #21V960000Reported December 10, 2021 · Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
Potentially affected: 85 vehicles
Defect description
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Predator and 2020-2022 Severe Service vehicles. The fuel tubes between the fuel rail and the injectors for cylinders four, five, and six may fatigue and crack, which can result in a high pressure fuel leak.
Safety consequence
A high pressure fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will replace the fuel tubes, and install vibration isolators, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed January 2022. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3928.
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.nhtsa.gov.
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