Recall 18V237000 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS Defect in 2012-2016 KME PREDATOR SS PUMPER

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RECALL This recall affects up to 38 vehicles.

Recall Summary

NHTSA Campaign 18V237000
Manufacturer Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
Vehicles Affected 38
Component SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Date Notified
Affected Vehicles

Defect Description

Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2012-2016 KME Predator SS Pumper and Predator Pumper, and 2015-2016 Predator Aerial vehicles equipped with Cummins ISX12 engines. The braided cab lift hydraulic hoses, wire braided air lines and/or wire braided fuel cooler lines may be improperly routed and secured contacting the starter power stud, causing a leak and a possible short-circuit.

Safety Consequence

A fluid leak combined with arcing between the power stud and the exposed wire can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

KME will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the area around the starter and make sure that the hoses have sufficient clearance, replacing any damaged cab lift hydraulic hoses, and adding hose chafe guards, free of charge. The recall began on May 22, 2018. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3928.

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