NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V433
Manufacturer Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
Components EQUIPMENT
Potential Number of Units Affected 13
Aerial Ladder Lifting Device Incorrect Load Rating
Using the device to lift the rated load may cause the device to deform, increasing the risk of injury.
Summary
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2017 KME Predator TDA, 2016-2018 KME Predator SS TDA, and 2018 KME Predator SS Aerial emergency vehicles equipped with an aerial ladder and optional tip mounted lifting device. The lifting devices do not meet the specified load rating or safety factor.
Remedy
KME has notified owners, and dealers will replace the tip lifting device, free of charge. The recall began July 26, 2018. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3928.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Owner Notification Letter
July 24, 2018
Manufacturer Notice
July 24, 2018
Recall Acknowledgement
July 30, 2018
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