Check a VIN

2014 Kme Predator Tda problems

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Owner complaints
0
Recalls
3

The worst 2014 Kme Predator Tda problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

Problems by type

Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.

Recalls 3

Suspension: front: control armReported March 31, 2017 · 9 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Predator SS Aerial, 2013-2016 Predator SS Pumper, 2014 Predator Aerial, Predator Pumper, and Predator Pumper TDA trucks. The ball joints on the independent front suspension (IFS) modules can loosen and separate, leading to a partial loss of steering.
Risk
A separated ball joint can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
KME will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, clean and secure the ball joint free of charge. The recall began on May 8, 2017. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1‑570‑669‑5577.

Recall number 17V223000 · Recall details

EquipmentReported December 23, 2016 · 82 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain model year 2011-2017 Predator Aerial and Predator Panther Aerial, 2014 Predator TDA, 2014-2017 Predator SS TDA, and 2012-2017 Predator SS Aerial fire trucks. In the affected vehicles, water may leak into the ladder position sensor allowing the ladder to make contact with the vehicle or be placed off of the short jack side of the truck.
Risk
If the ladder contacts the truck or is placed off of the short jack side of the truck there may be a increased risk of injury.
Remedy
KME will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the ladder position sensor mount and bearing system, replacing them as needed, free of charge. The recall began on February 8, 2017. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1‑800‑235‑3926.

Recall number 16V930000 · Recall details

EquipmentReported October 21, 2016 · 54 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Predator Panther Aerial, 2011-2015 Predator Aerial, 2012-2015 Predator SS Aerial, 2014 Predator TDA, and 2014-2015 Predator SS TDA emergency vehicles equipped with aerial water way trollies. The aerial device water way trolley could separate from the ladder.
Risk
If the water way trolley separates from the ladder, it may fall, increasing the risk of injury to those nearby.
Remedy
KME will notify owners, and dealers will install re-enforcement inserts to the side clamps of the water way trolley, free of charge. The recall began on December 1, 2016. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1‑800‑235‑3928.

Recall number 16V767000 · Recall details

See all 3 recalls for the 2014 Kme Predator Tda

Used buying checklistWhat to check on a 2014 Kme Predator Tda before you buy

Compare the 2014 Kme Predator Tda

Other model years

Questions about the 2014 Kme Predator Tda

Is the 2014 Kme Predator Tda reliable?

Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2014 Kme Predator Tda.

What is the most common problem with the 2014 Kme Predator Tda?

There are not enough complaints to tell.

How many recalls does the 2014 Kme Predator Tda have?

3 recalls, covering suspension and equipment.

Share your experience with the 2014 Kme Predator Tda

Tell other buyers what went wrong and what it cost. We review every report before it appears, and we never publish names, emails or VINs.

No names, contact details or links. Reports about a dealer or a person are not published.

VIN decoder

See the problems and recalls for an exact car

Buying a used 2014 Kme Predator Tda?

Check the exact car before you pay: accidents, salvage or flood titles, odometer readings and previous owners.

Check its history
Is this car on a recall?Check VIN