2020 Kme Predator, Kme Severe Service and others recall: wiring
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. reported this safety recall on December 6, 2023. It covers about 22 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 22
- reported
- Dec 6, 2023
- owners notified
- Jan 24, 2024
Electrical system: wiring
- What is wrong
- Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2020 Severe Service, Predator, and Spartan MetroStar trucks. In the event of a short circuit or wiring failure, the firmware in the vehicle multiplex system may fail to shut off the output pin, resulting in overloaded electrical circuits.
- Risk
- Overloaded electrical circuits can overheat, increasing the risk of fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will work with the equipment manufacturer to update the firmware, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 24, 2024. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1‑800‑235‑3928.
Recall number 23V818000
Affected vehicles
- Kme Predator 2020 2020
- Kme Severe Service 2020 2020
- Spartan Fire Metrostar 2020 2020
Questions about recall 23V818000
Is there a recall on the 2020 Kme Predator, Kme Severe Service and others wiring?
Yes. Recall 23V818000, reported on December 6, 2023, covers about 22 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 23V818000?
Dealers will work with the equipment manufacturer to update the firmware, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 24, 2024. 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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