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2011 Kme Panther II recalls

There are 2 safety recalls on record for the 2011 Kme Panther II, covering 735 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

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SteeringReported May 9, 2013 · 695 vehicles affected
What is wrong
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.
Remedy
Kovatch will notify owners and dealers will remove the grease fitting, free of charge. The safety recall began on May 20, 2013. Owners may contact Kovatch at 1‑570‑669‑5173. Kovatch's recall campaign number is 2013-E01.

Recall number 13V187000 · Recall details

Parking brake: conventional: airReported April 11, 2013 · 40 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (Kovatch) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Predator, Predator SS, Panther, and model year 2011 Panther II emergency vehicles manufactured February 1, 2011, through February 28, 2013. These vehicles are equipped with Meritor axle assemblies that were built with disc brakes using MGM J24 series air brake chambers. In the affected axles, the brake chambers may leak pressure allowing the parking brake to drag when it is supposed to be released. Brake dragging could lead to overheated brake components.
Risk
Overheated brake components could result in a fire.
Remedy
Kovatch will notify owners and will replace the actuators as needed, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin in May 2013. Owners may contact Kovatch at 1‑570‑669‑5132.

Recall number 13V137000 · Recall details

Questions about the 2011 Kme Panther II recalls

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How many recalls does the 2011 Kme Panther II have?

2, covering steering and parking brake.

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