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2010-2011 Kme Predator, Kme Predator Panther and others recall: electronic stability control (esc)

Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp reported this safety recall on June 4, 2012. It covers about 78 vehicles.

vehicles affected
78
reported
Jun 4, 2012
owners notified
Jun 5, 2012

Electronic stability control (ESC)

What is wrong
Kovatch mobile equipment corporation (kme) is recalling certain 2010-2011 predator, predator ss, predator panther, and predator xl emergency vehicles manufactured from march 1, 2010 through october 10, 2011, equipped with feature code 04azx meritor wabco electronic stability control (ESC) units. Under certain road and driving conditions, vehicle body roll and road inclination characteristics may adversely affect the slip angle calculation of the electronic stability control (ESC) system. This might cause the ESC to perceive an over steering situation and therefore apply the outer wheel brake on the front axle until the vehicle is perceived to be stable.
Risk
The vehicle may deviate from the intended line of travel, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Kme will notify owners, and dealers will install a new ESC module free of charge. The recall began on june 5, 2012. Owners may contact kme at 1‑570‑669‑5154.

Recall number 12V253000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 12V253000

Is there a recall on the 2010-2011 Kme Predator, Kme Predator Panther and others electronic stability control (esc)?

Yes. Recall 12V253000, reported on June 4, 2012, covers about 78 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 12V253000?

Kme will notify owners, and dealers will install a new ESC module free of charge. The recall began on june 5, 2012. Owners may contact kme at 1‑570‑669‑5154.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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