2011 KME PREDATOR SS Complaints and Recall Information
The 2011 KME PREDATOR SS has 0 complaints and 6 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to electronic stability control, steering, braking systems, and driveline components based on recall data.
There are six recalls affecting various safety and operational systems on the vehicle. These recalls address defects that could impact vehicle control and safety under specific conditions.
Recalls- Electronic Stability Control (ESC). NHTSA recall 12V253000 affects 78 vehicles. The ESC unit may misinterpret road and body roll conditions, causing unintended braking on the front axle. This increases the risk of the vehicle deviating from its intended path. KME will replace the ESC module at no charge. The recall began June 5, 2012.
- Steering column grease fitting. Recall 13V187000 involves 695 vehicles where a grease fitting in the steering column shaft can tear the column cover. This may impair steering control and increase the risk of a crash. Kovatch will remove the fitting free of charge. The recall started May 20, 2013.
- Service brakes - Telma induction braking. NHTSA recall 20V341000 covers 107 vehicles with Telma axial retarder braking systems. The braking mechanism may separate while the vehicle is moving, raising crash risk. Dealers will inspect and replace incorrect mounting hardware at no cost. The recall began July 2020.
- Powertrain driveshaft - Telma retarder. Also under recall 20V341000, the axial retarder may detach from the driveline, increasing crash risk. The fix includes inspection and hardware replacement free of charge, starting July 2020.
Owners encountering repeated repairs or unresolved safety defects related to these recalls may have rights under their state’s lemon law. Consulting a consumer protection attorney specializing in lemon law could help clarify these rights.
2011 KME PREDATOR SS Summary
2011
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
3
Total Recalls
880
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2011 KME PREDATOR SS
107 vehicles affected
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2011 and 2013-2020 Predator Severe Service, 2015 Predator Panther, 2011, 2013-2014 and 2017-2018 Predator, and 2014 KME commercial cab/chassis firetrucks equipped with optional Telma induction braking systems. The Telma axial retarder braking mechanism may separate from the vehicle while it is moving.
Risk: A retarder that separates from the vehicle may increase the risk of a crash.
2011 KME PREDATOR SS
695 vehicles affected
STEERING
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (Kovatch) is recalling certain model year 2009-2013 Predator, Predator SS, Panther; 2010-2011 ARFF; and model year 2010-2013 Panther II emergency vehicles. The grease fitting in the steering column shaft may get caught in the column cover. The grease fitting could tear the cover which will impact the driver's ability to steer the vehicle.
Risk: A sudden loss of steering control may increase the risk of a crash.
2011 KME PREDATOR SS
78 vehicles affected
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
KOVATCH MOBILE EQUIPMENT CORPORATION (KME) IS RECALLING CERTAIN 2010-2011 PREDATOR, PREDATOR SS, PREDATOR PANTHER, AND PREDATOR XL EMERGENCY VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM MARCH 1, 2010 THROUGH OCTOBER 10, 2011, EQUIPPED WITH FEATURE CODE 04AZX MERITOR WABCO ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) UNITS. UNDER CERTAIN ROAD AND DRIVING CONDITIONS, VEHICLE BODY ROLL AND ROAD INCLINATION CHARACTERISTICS MAY ADVERSELY AFFECT THE SLIP ANGLE CALCULATION OF THE ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) SYSTEM. THIS MIGHT CAUSE THE ESC TO PERCEIVE AN OVER STEERING SITUATION AND THEREFORE APPLY THE OUTER WHEEL BRAKE ON THE FRONT AXLE UNTIL THE VEHICLE IS PERCEIVED TO BE STABLE.
Risk: THE VEHICLE MAY DEVIATE FROM THE INTENDED LINE OF TRAVEL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Complaints
No complaints found.