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2022 KME Severe Service Recalls, Ratings & Complaints

The 2022 KME Severe Service has 1 NHTSA recall campaign 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 2022 KME Severe Service. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.

PARKING BRAKE

NHTSA #23V798000

Reported November 26, 2023 · Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.

Potentially affected: 44 vehicles

Defect description

Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Predator, Panther, and Severe Service fire trucks. A defect in the inversion valve may delay park brake engagement, which could allow the vehicle to move unintentionally. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 121, "Air Brake Systems."

Safety consequence

Unintentional vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the inversion valves as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 24, 2024. 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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