Recalls for your 2021 Kme Predator Panther

Recalls for 2021 Kme Predator Panther

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DEFECT #1 - POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY


Posted on: 2021-11-19
Description
Kovatch mobile equipment corp.  (kme) is recalling certain 2022 predator, predator panther and 2021-2022 severe service emergency vehicles.  The rear axle drive pinion may fracture.  

Consequence
A fractured drive pinion may contact the brake drop hose, and unintentionally engage the parking brake without detection or without the brake lights activating, increasing the risk of a crash.  

Corrective Action
Meritor will inspect and replace the drive pinion, as necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed january 7, 2022.  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.nhtsa.gov.