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2015-2016 Kme Predator recall: automatic transmission

Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. reported this safety recall on March 3, 2016. It covers about 18 vehicles.

vehicles affected
18
reported
Mar 3, 2016
owners notified
Apr 8, 2016

Power train: automatic transmission

What is wrong
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Predator emergency vehicles manufactured from May 19, 2014, through August 15, 2015, equipped with K gearboxes manufactured by Hale Products, Inc. The affected gearboxes may shift out of gear from "road" to "neutral" while the vehicle is in transit.
Risk
An unexpected shift in the transmission could result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
KME will notify owners. The existing gearbox will be inspected and, where necessary, a replacement gearbox will be ordered and installed. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on April 8, 2016. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1‑800‑235‑3926.

Recall number 16V129000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 16V129000

Is there a recall on the 2015-2016 Kme Predator automatic transmission?

Yes. Recall 16V129000, reported on March 3, 2016, covers about 18 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 16V129000?

KME will notify owners. The existing gearbox will be inspected and, where necessary, a replacement gearbox will be ordered and installed. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on April 8, 2016. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1‑800‑235‑3926.

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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