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DEFECT #1 - POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
Posted on: 2016-12-22
Description
Kovatch mobile equipment corp. (kme) is recalling certain model year 2005-2016 predator ss aerial vehicles manufactured september 18, 2004, june 20, 2008, to may 23, 2016, and 2009-2011 predator aerial vehicles manufactured march 6, 2009, to january 14, 2011. The affected vehicles have tandem rear axles with s-cam brakes that may engage without the brake pedal being pressed.
Consequence
If the brakes engage, a rear wheel may lock up increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, the excessive heat caused may increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Kme will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the s-cam bracket hardware, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on february 1, 2017. Owners may contact kme customer service at 1-800-235-3926.
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.