2013 KME PREDATOR PUMPER Complaints and Recall Information
The 2013 KME Predator Pumper has 0 complaints and 12 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to the suspension welds, structural body components such as the front grille, electrical system touchscreen malfunctions, gas spring locks for lift-up covers, and hydraulic brake system hose routing defects.
There are twelve recalls affecting various systems on the 2013 KME Predator Pumper. These recalls address concerns with suspension welding, body structure, electrical accessories, latch and lock mechanisms, and hydraulic brake components.
Recalls- Suspension torque arm welds. Recall 21V097000 affects 88 vehicles. Welds attaching suspension mounts and torque rod mounts to the rear axle may be insufficiently welded, risking weld breakage. Broken welds could cause mounts to separate from the axle, resulting in vehicle loss of control and a crash risk. Dealers will inspect and repair defects free of charge. The recall started April 9, 2021.
- Front grille detachment. Recall 16V606000 involves 27 vehicles. The front grille may loosen and separate from the cab face, creating a road hazard. All vehicles subject to this recall have been remedied, so no owner notification was issued.
- Electrical touchscreen malfunction. Recall 16V586000 covers 74 vehicles equipped with Class 1 Ultraview Touchscreens by Hale Products. These screens may cause false switch activations without operator knowledge, turning accessories like emergency beacons on or off unexpectedly. Dealers will reprogram units at no cost. Recall began October 14, 2016.
- Gas spring lock failure. Recall 19V267000 covers 148 vehicles. The lock for gas springs supporting sliding lift-up covers may be unintentionally disabled, preventing engagement and allowing the cover to fall suddenly. Repair includes replacing gas springs with alternate locking mechanisms or adding stay arms. Recall began May 23, 2019.
- Hydraulic hose routing. Recall 18V237000 involves 38 vehicles equipped with Cummins ISX12 engines. Braided hydraulic hoses and related lines may contact the starter power stud, causing leaks and possible short-circuits, raising fire risk. Dealers will inspect, reroute hoses, replace damaged parts, and add chafe guards free of charge. Recall started May 22, 2018.
Owners facing repeated repairs or unresolved safety recalls related to structural, electrical, or brake system defects may have rights under their state’s lemon law. Consulting a qualified professional about persistent issues could help clarify available options.
2013 KME PREDATOR PUMPER Summary
2013
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
5
Total Recalls
375
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2013 KME PREDATOR PUMPER
88 vehicles affected
SUSPENSION:MULTIPLE AXLE:TORQUE ARM
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Predator SS Rescue, 2017 Predator Emergency Tractor, 2014-2020 Predator Panther Pumper, 2013-2017 Predator Pumper, 2014 Predator Rescue, and 2013-2020 Predator SS Pumper vehicles. The welds that attach the suspension mounts and torque rod mounts to the rear axle may have been insufficiently welded, possibly causing the welds to break.
Risk: Broken welds may cause the mounts to separate from the axle, resulting in loss of control of the vehicle, and increasing the risk of a crash.
2013 KME PREDATOR PUMPER
148 vehicles affected
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2017 Commercial Rescue, 2014-2019 Predator Panther Pumper, Commercial Pumper and Predator SS Pumper, 2012-2019 Predator Pumper, 2015-2019 Commercial Wildland, 2018 Predator Rescue and 2016 Predator SS Wildland vehicles. The lock for the gas springs that support the sliding, lift-up cover may be unintentionally disabled, preventing the lock from engaging.
Risk: If the lock is not engaged, the sliding, lift-up cover may fall unexpectedly, increasing the risk of injury to personnel working under the cover.
2013 KME PREDATOR PUMPER
38 vehicles affected
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2012-2016 KME Predator SS Pumper and Predator Pumper, and 2015-2016 Predator Aerial vehicles equipped with Cummins ISX12 engines. The braided cab lift hydraulic hoses, wire braided air lines and/or wire braided fuel cooler lines may be improperly routed and secured contacting the starter power stud, causing a leak and a possible short-circuit.
Risk: A fluid leak combined with arcing between the power stud and the exposed wire can increase the risk of a fire.
2013 KME PREDATOR PUMPER
74 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain model year 2013 Predator Panther Rescue, 2013-2014 Predator Aerial, 2013-2016 Predator Pumper, Predator Rescue and Predator SS Aerial, 2014 7600 Tanker and Predator Tractor Drawn Aerial, 2014-2017 Predator Panther Pumper and Predator SS Pumper and 2017 Predator SS Rescue vehicles, equipped with Class 1 Ultraview Touchscreens by Hale Products. These touchscreens may experience false switch activations that can happen without the operator's knowledge, causing accessories to turn on or off.
Risk: The unintended turning on or off of accessories such as emergency beacons or automatic snow chains can increase the risk of a crash.
2013 KME PREDATOR PUMPER
27 vehicles affected
STRUCTURE:BODY
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Predator Pumper, Predator Panther Pumper and Predator Aerial, 2013 Predator Panther Aerial and Predator Rescue and 2012 Predator Panther Tanker emergency vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the front grille may loosen and separate from the cab face.
Risk: If the front grille detaches from the vehicle while driving, it could become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Complaints
No complaints found.