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2015-2018 Kme Predator Aerial and Kme Predator SS Aerial recall: equipment

Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. reported this safety recall on June 12, 2018. It covers about 12 vehicles.

vehicles affected
12
reported
Jun 12, 2018
owners notified
Jul 13, 2018

Equipment

What is wrong
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2015-2017 KME Predator SS Aerial, and 2015-2018 KME Predator Aerial emergency vehicles equipped with an aerial platform and optional modular platform tether control. If the tether control gets unplugged while it is operating the aerial, the last command will be continued to be carried out.
Risk
If the aerial continues moving when the tether is unplugged, it can increase the risk of an injury.
Remedy
KME will notify owners, and dealers will install updated software to stop the aerial's movement, free of charge. The recall began July 13, 2018. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1‑800‑235‑3928.

Recall number 18V393000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 18V393000

Is there a recall on the 2015-2018 Kme Predator Aerial and Kme Predator SS Aerial equipment?

Yes. Recall 18V393000, reported on June 12, 2018, covers about 12 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 18V393000?

KME will notify owners, and dealers will install updated software to stop the aerial's movement, free of charge. The recall began July 13, 2018. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1‑800‑235‑3928.

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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