Recall 20V192000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES Defect in 2016-2020 KME COMMERCIALCAB/ CHASSIS

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RECALL This recall affects up to 678 vehicles.

Recall Summary

NHTSA Campaign 20V192000
Manufacturer Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
Vehicles Affected 678
Component ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
Date Notified
Affected Vehicles

Defect Description

Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2016-2020 Predator Custom, Predator Panther, Predator Severe Service, and 2016-2019 Commercial Cab/Chassis vehicles. An electrical short circuit can occur due to a build-up of corrosion between the positive battery jumper stud and the retaining ring for the stud.

Safety Consequence

An electrical short circuit may drain the battery, preventing the emergency vehicle from being able to operate, thereby increasing the risk of injury in the event of an emergency.

Remedy

KME will notify owners, and dealers will clean the jumper studs, connection surfaces, and connections. Additionally, the connection surfaces and wire terminals will then be sealed with a silicone electrical sealant. All services will be performed free of charge. The recall began May 18, 2020. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3928.

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