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2018-2019 Kme Predator Pumper, Kme Predator SS Aerial and others recall: front

Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. reported this safety recall on August 6, 2019. It covers about 3 vehicles.

vehicles affected
3
reported
Aug 6, 2019
owners notified
Sep 3, 2019

Suspension: front

What is wrong
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2018 Predator TDA, 2019 Predator SS Aerial and Predator Pumper fire trucks. The front shocks may separate from their upper mount on the front suspension. The loose shock may contact and damage the steering gear housing, possibly causing a steering fluid leak and a loss of power steering assist.
Risk
A loss of hydraulic steering assist can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
KME will notify owners, and Reyco Granning and KME dealers will work together to install a new shock mount bolt and nut, hardened washer, and shims to keep the shocks secured, free of charge. The recall began September 3, 2019. Owners may contact Reyco customer service at 1‑765‑543‑5815 or KME customer service at 1‑800‑235‑3928.

Recall number 19V577000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 19V577000

Is there a recall on the 2018-2019 Kme Predator Pumper, Kme Predator SS Aerial and others front?

Yes. Recall 19V577000, reported on August 6, 2019, covers about 3 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 19V577000?

KME will notify owners, and Reyco Granning and KME dealers will work together to install a new shock mount bolt and nut, hardened washer, and shims to keep the shocks secured, free of charge. The recall began September 3, 2019. Owners may contact Reyco customer service at 1‑765‑543‑5815 or 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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