The worst 2006 Kme Severe Service problems
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Recalls 2
Service brakes, air: supply: check valve
- What is wrong
- Kme is recalling 122 my 2006-2007 predator and severe service pumper, aerial and tda fire trucks. A check valve was omitted from the secondary supply port of the bendix sr-7 spring brake modulating valve.
- Risk
- As a result, an air leak in the secondary or primary system may result in the park brakes inadvertently applying, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will add a check valve to the secondary supply port of the sr-7 spring brake modulating valve and will also repair the sr-7 valve by applying a check valve repair kit as required for the bendix safety recall (please see 07e037). The recall began on october 3, 2007. Kme has completed 68 of the 123 trucks and will complete the repair work by september 30, 2008 free of charge. Owners may contact kme at 1‑570‑669‑5154.
Recall number 08V263000 · Recall details
Engine and engine cooling: engine: diesel
- What is wrong
- On certain trucks built with cummins isl cm850 diesel engines. The connecting rods which transfer energy from the piston to the crankshaft are defective and can result in seizure of the piston pin. A piston pin seizure can result in a mission-disabling engine failure.
- Risk
- The manufacturer has not yet provided the agency with a description of the consequence as it relates to motor vehicle safety.
- Remedy
- Cummins will replace the connecting rods free of charge (please see 06e037). Customers may contact cummins at 1-800-diesels or kme at 1‑800‑235‑3928.
Recall number 06V407000 · Recall details
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Is the 2006 Kme Severe Service reliable?
Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2006 Kme Severe Service.
What is the most common problem with the 2006 Kme Severe Service?
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How many recalls does the 2006 Kme Severe Service have?
2 recalls, covering service brakes, air and engine and engine cooling.
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