2021 Kme Predator Problems: 0 Complaints, 3 Recalls

The worst 2021 Kme Predator problems

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Parking brakeReported November 26, 2023 · 44 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Predator, Panther, and Severe Service fire trucks. A defect in the inversion valve may delay park brake engagement, which could allow the vehicle to move unintentionally. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 121, "Air Brake Systems."
Risk: Unintentional vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the inversion valves as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 24, 2024. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1‑800‑235‑3928.

Recall number 23V798000 · Recall details

SteeringReported August 9, 2022 · 11 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2021-2022 KME Predator, Panther, and Severe Service fire trucks equipped with Sheppard Steering Gears. The steering gears may have been assembled incorrectly, which can cause the gears to fracture.
Risk: A fractured steering gear can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the serial numbers and replace the steering gears, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 3, 2022. Owners may contact KME's customer service at 1‑800‑235‑3928.

Recall number 22V607000 · Recall details

Fuel system, diesel: fuel injection system: fuel railReported December 10, 2021 · 85 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Predator and 2020-2022 Severe Service vehicles. The fuel tubes between the fuel rail and the injectors for cylinders four, five, and six may fatigue and crack, which can result in a high pressure fuel leak.
Risk: A high pressure fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel tubes, and install vibration isolators, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed January 2022. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1‑800‑235‑3928.

Recall number 21V960000 · Recall details

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Is the 2021 Kme Predator reliable?

Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2021 Kme Predator.

What is the most common problem with the 2021 Kme Predator?

There are not enough complaints to tell.

How many recalls does the 2021 Kme Predator have?

3 recalls, covering parking brake, steering and fuel system, diesel.

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