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2014-2016 Kme Fdny Pumper and Kme Predator SS Pumper recall: driveshaft

Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. reported this safety recall on August 29, 2016. It covers about 56 vehicles.

vehicles affected
56
reported
Aug 29, 2016
owners notified
Aug 7, 2016

Power train: driveline: driveshaft

What is wrong
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Predator SS Pumper vehicles manufactured January 17, 2015, to July 21, 2015, and 2014-2016 FDNY Pumper vehicles manufactured May 21, 2014, to July 27, 2015. The affected vehicles may have replacement drive shafts that may twist and fail during use.
Risk
Failure of the driveshaft may leave the fire truck immobilized in traffic, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, the truck may not be able to respond to an emergency, increasing the chances of injury for those at risk.
Remedy
KME has notified owners, and dealers replaced the drive shafts, free of charge. All affected vehicles have been remedied, free of charge. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1‑800‑235‑3926.

Recall number 16V626000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 16V626000

Is there a recall on the 2014-2016 Kme Fdny Pumper and Kme Predator SS Pumper driveshaft?

Yes. Recall 16V626000, reported on August 29, 2016, covers about 56 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 16V626000?

KME has notified owners, and dealers replaced the drive shafts, free of charge. All affected vehicles have been remedied, free of charge. 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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