2017 KME PREDATOR PUMPER Complaints and Recall Information
The 2017 KME PREDATOR PUMPER has 0 complaints and 10 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report defects related to structural components, suspension welds, and locking mechanisms on various parts of the vehicle. The complaints data does not include any specific issues directly submitted by owners.
There are 10 recalls affecting the 2017 KME PREDATOR PUMPER. These recalls principally involve the cab hydraulic system, suspension mounts, and safety-related hardware such as latches and locks. Each recall addresses potential risks to vehicle safety and operational reliability.
Recalls- Cab hydraulic system. Recall 19V528000 affects 529 vehicles. The hydraulic velocity fuses on the cab lift cylinders may fail to activate, allowing the cab to close quickly and potentially injure occupants working underneath. KME will replace the velocity fuses free of charge. The recall started August 29, 2019.
- Suspension weld mounts. Recall 21V097000 affects 88 vehicles. Insufficient welds attaching suspension mounts and torque rod mounts to the rear axle may break, causing mounts to separate and increasing crash risk. Dealers will inspect and repair defective welds at no cost. The recall began April 9, 2021.
- Sliding cover lock. Recall 19V267000 involves 148 vehicles. The lock for gas springs supporting the sliding, lift-up cover might be disabled unintentionally, allowing the cover to fall unexpectedly and pose injury risk. KME will replace the gas springs with improved locking mechanisms or new springs with a separate stay arm free of charge. Notification started May 23, 2019.
Owners dealing with repeated safety defects or recall issues may have rights under their state lemon law. It is advisable to consult legal assistance to evaluate options related to unresolved repairs or safety concerns.
2017 KME PREDATOR PUMPER Summary
2017
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
3
Total Recalls
765
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2017 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.
2017 KME PREDATOR PUMPER
529 vehicles affected
STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Predator Rescue, SS Rescue, SS Aerial, Aerial, SS TDA and Tanker and Predator Panther Rescue and Aerial, 2016-2020 Predator Panther Pumper and Predator SS Pumper, 2017-2020 Predator Panther Tanker and Predator Pumper, 2017 Predator SS Tanker and 2017-2018 Predator TDA. In the event of a hydraulic system failure while raising or lowering the cab, the hydraulic velocity fuses may not activate and lock the cab in place to prevent the cab from quickly closing.
Risk: If the velocity fuses do not activate and stop the cab from lowering, the cab may hit occupants working underneath, increasing the risk of an injury.
2017 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.
Complaints
No complaints found.