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2015-2017 Kme Predator, Kme Predator Panther and others recall: manual transmission

Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. reported this safety recall on August 1, 2016. It covers about 112 vehicles.

vehicles affected
112
reported
Aug 1, 2016
owners notified
Oct 11, 2016

Power train: manual transmission

What is wrong
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain model year 2016 Predator SS Tractor Drawn Aerial, Predator SS Aerial, Predator Pumper, Predator Aerial, M114 Tanker, 7600 Tanker, 7600 Pumper, 7400 Tanker, 4400 Pumper, and FDNY Pumper and 2016-2017 Predator SS Pumper and Predator Panther Pumper and 2015-2017 M2 Pumper vehicles. The affected vehicles may be equipped with certain C20 and C21 split-shaft transmissions from Waterous. This transmission sends power to the wheels of an emergency response vehicle or powers an add-on unit such as a water pump used for fighting fires. A component within the shift unit may be damaged and as a result, the operator may not be able to switch the power output.
Risk
If the power output cannot be changed, once the fire truck arrives at the scene, it may not be able to pump water to aid in extinguishing the fire, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
KME will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the transmissions, free of charge. The recall began on October 11, 2016. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1‑800‑235‑3926.

Recall number 16V569000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 16V569000

Is there a recall on the 2015-2017 Kme Predator, Kme Predator Panther and others manual transmission?

Yes. Recall 16V569000, reported on August 1, 2016, covers about 112 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 16V569000?

KME will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the transmissions, free of charge. The recall began on October 11, 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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