2011-2013 Kme Panther, Kme Panther II and others recall: air

Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. reported this safety recall on April 11, 2013. It covers about 40 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 40
reported: Apr 11, 2013

Parking brake: conventional: air

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

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 13V137000

Is there a recall on the 2011-2013 Kme Panther, Kme Panther II and others air?

Yes. Recall 13V137000, reported on April 11, 2013, covers about 40 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 13V137000?

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.

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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