2014 KME PREDATOR Complaints and Recall Information
The 2014 KME PREDATOR has 0 complaints and 7 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to recalls involving seat belt buckles, braking systems, door latches, and suspension components.
The 2014 KME PREDATOR has seven recalls affecting various critical safety and structural systems. These recalls address problems with seat belts, brake retarders, door latches, and suspension that could impact vehicle safety and operation.
Recalls- Seat belts. Recall 14V455000 affected 10 vehicles from 2013-2014 equipped with IMMI-brand L9 seat belt buckles. The latch plate can become partially engaged, making it difficult to unlatch and risking hindered egress during emergencies. Kovatch will inspect and replace buckles as needed free of charge. The recall started August 24, 2015.
- Service brakes. Recall 20V341000 targeted 107 vehicles including the 2014 model with optional Telma induction braking systems. The axial retarder braking mechanism may detach while driving, increasing crash risk. Kovatch will inspect mounting hardware and replace incorrect parts at no cost. Recall began July 2020.
- Driveshaft. Part of recall 20V341000, relating to the Telma braking system on 107 vehicles. Detachment of the axial retarder may cause crash risk. Dealers will inspect and fix mounting hardware free of charge starting July 2020.
- Cab door latch. Recall 16V263000 impacted 14 Predator Severe-Service models from 2012-2014. Door latch hardware may loosen causing doors to open while moving, increasing injury risk. Kovatch will inspect and replace hardware as needed. Recall started May 25, 2016.
- Front suspension. Recall 15V632000 involved 8 vehicles from 2013-2015 with loose ball joints in the front independent suspension. This defect could cause separation and loss of steering control, heightening crash risk. Kovatch will correct ball joint installation free of charge starting October 30, 2015.
Owners dealing with repeated repairs related to these recalls or unresolved safety defects should consider their rights under state lemon laws. Consulting legal resources may help clarify options for addressing ongoing issues.
2014 KME PREDATOR Summary
2014
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
4
Total Recalls
139
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2014 KME PREDATOR
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.
2014 KME PREDATOR
14 vehicles affected
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Predator Severe-Service vehicles manufactured September 2, 2011, to September 20, 2013. The cab door latch retaining hardware may loosen, preventing the cab door from closing properly and allowing the cab door to open unexpectedly while moving.
Risk: If the door opens while the vehicle is in motion, the occupants are at an increased risk of injury.
2014 KME PREDATOR
8 vehicles affected
SUSPENSION:FRONT
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Predator emergency vehicles manufactured January 23, 2013, to January 28, 2015. The affected vehicles have front independent suspension assemblies that may have loose ball joints which could separate causing a loss of steering control.
Risk: A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.
2014 KME PREDATOR
10 vehicles affected
SEAT BELTS
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (Kovatch) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Predator and 2014 Panther fire fighting vehicles manufactured October 2013 to March 2014, and equipped with IMMI-brand L9 seat belt buckles. When the button is pressed to release the seat belt, the latch plate can become partially engaged with the buckle, making the seat belt difficult to unlatch. Thus, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."
Risk: If the latch plate remains partially engaged after the button is pressed, egress from the vehicle could be hindered which would increase the risk of injury in the event of an emergency.
Complaints
No complaints found.