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Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.: 53 recalls from 2015 to 2026 (NHTSA)
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. is named in 53 recalls from 2015 to 2026: all from the NHTSA. The latest, on October 6, 2026, covers KME CV515 SFA 4X4, Severe Service (2024) (2). Hazard: A loss of exterior lights can reduce the visibility of the vehicle to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash. Source: NHTSA recall 26V657000.
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- Agencies
- National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
- First recall
- October 8, 2015
- Latest recall
- October 6, 2026
Recalls
Each recall is listed once, with the role this firm has in it. Roles: manufacturer (53).
| Date | Agency | Product | Hazard | Units | Remedy | Sold at | Role | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| October 6, 2026 | NHTSA | KME CV515 SFA 4X4, Severe Service (2024) | A loss of exterior lights can reduce the visibility of the vehicle to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash. A loss of pump-mode function may prevent or delay the use of emergency equipment, increasing the risk of injury. | 2 | KME will work with Fire Research Corporation to replace the node, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 1, 2026. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3928. | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| September 6, 2025 | NHTSA | Spartan Fire, KME (2023 to 2026) | A door that cannot be opened may trap occupants inside the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury. | 1,261 | Dealers will inspect and replace the door latches as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 20, 2025. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan's number for this recall is... | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| May 23, 2024 | NHTSA | KME redundant PREDATOR (2022 to 2023) | A vehicle roll away can increase the risk of a crash or injury. | 7 | Dealers will inspect and replace the relay valve as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 3, 2024. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3928. | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| March 7, 2024 | NHTSA | Spartan Fire, KME (2023 to 2024) | Overloaded electrical circuits can overheat, increasing the risk of fire. | 42 | Weldon will update the firmware, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 8, 2024. Owners may contact Spartan Fire customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan Fire's number for this recall is 24003. | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| December 6, 2023 | NHTSA | KME, Spartan Fire (2020) | Overloaded electrical circuits can overheat, increasing the risk of fire. | 22 | Dealers will work with the equipment manufacturer to update the firmware, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 24, 2024. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3928. | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| December 1, 2023 | NHTSA | KME, Spartan Fire, Smeal (2020 to 2023) | Overloaded electrical circuits can overheat, increasing the risk of fire. | 69 | Spartan Fire will work with the equipment manufacturer to update the firmware, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 17, 2024. Owners may contact Spartan Fire customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan Fire's... | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| November 26, 2023 | NHTSA | KME redundant PREDATOR, Severe Service, Predator (2021 to 2023) | Unintentional vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash or injury. | 44 | Dealers will inspect and replace the inversion valves as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 24, 2024. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3928. | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| September 12, 2023 | NHTSA | Spartan Fire, KME (2021 to 2024) | Unintentional vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash or injury. | 660 | Dealers will replace the inversion valve, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 2, 2023. Owners may contact Spartan Fire customer service at 1-800-867-6478. Spartan Fire's number for this recall is 23017. | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| March 23, 2023 | NHTSA | Spartan Fire, KME (2022 to 2024) | A firetruck that is unable to pump water increases the risk of injury during a fire. | 166 | Dealers will update the TCM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 27, 2023. Owners may contact Spartan Fire customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan Fire's number for this recall is 23007. | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| November 23, 2022 | NHTSA | KME, Spartan Fire (2021 to 2023) | Tie rod separation can result in a sudden loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash. | 6 | Dealers will replace both tie rod clamps, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 13, 2022. Owners may contact Marion's customer service at 1-715-754-5261. Marion's number for this recall is 22V-778. | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| October 17, 2022 | NHTSA | Spartan Fire, KME (2021 to 2023) | Tie rod separation can result in a sudden loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash. | 225 | Dealers will replace the tie rod clamps, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 2, 2022. Owners may contact Spartan Fire's customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan Fire's number for this recall is 22007. | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| August 9, 2022 | NHTSA | KME Predator SS, Predator Panther, Predator (2021 to 2022) | A fractured steering gear can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash. | 11 | Dealers will inspect the serial numbers and replace the steering gears, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 3, 2022. Owners may contact KME's customer service at 1-800-235-3928. | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| December 10, 2021 | NHTSA | KME Predator SS, Predator (2020 to 2022) | A high pressure fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire. | 85 | Dealers will replace the fuel tubes, and install vibration isolators, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed January 2022. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3928. | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| November 19, 2021 | NHTSA | KME redundant PREDATOR, Predator Panther, Predator SS (2021 to 2022) | 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. | 26 | 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. | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| May 11, 2021 | NHTSA | KME Custom Chassis (2012 to 2021) | A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. | 386 | Dealers will inspect the rail threads, and replace the rail as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 2, 2021. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3928. | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| February 19, 2021 | NHTSA | KME TDA (2001 to 2020) | Incorrect wiring can cause the trailer brakes to not operate properly when the ABS system is activated. This could lead to loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash. | 94 | KME will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the wiring and connections, and replace any incorrect hardware, free of charge. The recall began on April 9, 2021. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3928. | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| February 19, 2021 | NHTSA | KME Predator Pumper, Predator Rescue, Predator Panther Pumper (2013 to 2020) | Broken welds may cause the mounts to separate from the axle, resulting in loss of control of the vehicle, and increasing the risk of a crash. | 88 | KME will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the welds, and repair any defects found, free of charge. The recall began April 9, 2021. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3928. | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| August 18, 2020 | NHTSA | KME Predator SS Rescue, Predator Panther Aerial, Commercial Pumper (2015 to 2021) | The excessive brightness may affect the vision of other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash. | 38 | KME will notify owners, and dealers will instruct vehicle owners to contact Code 3 to obtain a filter kit (Part No. CZ0199), free of charge. The recall began October 9, 2020. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3928. | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| June 10, 2020 | NHTSA | KME Predator, Predator Panther, Predator SS (2011 to 2020) | A retarder that separates from the vehicle may increase the risk of a crash. | 107 | KME will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the mounting hardware on axial retarders and replace any incorrect hardware, free of charge. This recall is expected to begin July 2020. Owners may contact KME customer service at... | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| April 2, 2020 | NHTSA | KME Commercialcab/ Chassis, Predator Panther, Predator (2016 to 2020) | 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. | 678 | 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... | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| January 29, 2020 | NHTSA | KME Predator SS Pumper, Predator SS TDA, Predator SS Aerial (2015 to 2020) | A battery pack explosion may increase the risk of an injury. | 41 | KME will notify the affected owners and will arrange for the return and repair of the flashlight batteries. The recall March 19, 2020. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3928. | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| January 8, 2020 | NHTSA | KME Firestix (2012 to 2017) | If the swing drive's internal gears become damaged or start seizing, uncontrolled movement of the ladder can occur, increasing the risk of an injury. | 6 | KME will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the swing drives and rebuild them if they do not contain the lubricating oil, free of charge. The recall began February 25, 2020. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3928. | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| August 6, 2019 | NHTSA | KME Predator Pumper, Predator TDA, Predator SS Aerial (2018 to 2019) | A loss of hydraulic steering assist can increase the risk of a crash. | 3 | KME will notify owners, and Reyco Granning and KME dealers will work together to install a new shock mount bolt and nut, hardened washer, and shims to keep the shocks secured, free of charge. The recall began September 3, 2019. Owners may... | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| July 12, 2019 | NHTSA | KME Predator Panther Pumper, Predator SS Pumper, Predator SS Rescue (2016 to 2020) | If the velocity fuses do not activate and stop the cab from lowering, the cab may hit occupants working underneath, increasing the risk of an injury. | 529 | KME will notify owners, and dealers will replace the velocity fuses for each cab lift cylinder, free of charge. The recall began August 29, 2019. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3928. | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| April 2, 2019 | NHTSA | KME Predator SS Pumper, Predator Pumper, Predator Panther Pumper (2012 to 2019) | If the lock is not engaged, the sliding, lift-up cover may fall unexpectedly, increasing the risk of injury to personnel working under the cover. | 148 | KME will notify owners, and dealers will replace the gas springs on the sliding, lift-up cover with new gas springs with an alternative locking mechanism or new gas springs without a locking mechanism and a separate stay arm, free of... | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| March 25, 2019 | NHTSA | KME Commercial Rescue, Commercial Tanker (2017 to 2019) | The driver may inadvertently turn the wrong direction to avoid an object behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. | 4 | KME will notify owners, and dealers will install a harness/relay/capacitor module to prevent the image from reversing. The recall began May 17, 2019. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3928. | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| March 7, 2019 | NHTSA | KME Predator TDA (2018) | Failure of the weld while the waterway has water in it increases the risk of injury to those nearby. | 2 | KME will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected sections of the lower waterways, free of charge. The recall began April 18, 2019. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3928. | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| October 22, 2018 | NHTSA | KME Commercial Skid (2015 to 2017) | If the warning lamps are not operable, the user may not be warned that there is a problem with the pump's engine. Failure of the pump's engine may inhibit the ability to contain a fire, increasing the risk of injury. | 8 | KME will notify owners, and dealers will reverse the wires leading to the warning/indicators or provide a plug-in wire repair harness, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2018. Owners may contact KME customer service at... | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| September 13, 2018 | NHTSA | KME Commercial Pumper, Commercial Tanker, Commercial Wildland (2017 to 2019) | If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash. | 111 | KME will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began November 2, 2018. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3928. | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| June 26, 2018 | NHTSA | KME Predator, Predator SS Aerial, Predator SS (2016 to 2018) | Using the device to lift the rated load may cause the device to deform, increasing the risk of injury. | 13 | 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. | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| June 26, 2018 | NHTSA | KME TIP Mounting Lift Device | Using the device to lift the rated load may cause the device to deform, increasing the risk of injury. | 2 | KME has notified owners, and dealers will replace the replace the tip mounted lifting device, free of charge. The recall began July 26, 2018. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3928. | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| June 12, 2018 | NHTSA | KME Predator Aerial, Predator SS Aerial (2015 to 2018) | If the aerial continues moving when the tether is unplugged, it can increase the risk of an injury. | 12 | KME will notify owners, and dealers will install updated software to stop the aerial's movement, free of charge. The recall began July 13, 2018. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3928. | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| April 13, 2018 | NHTSA | KME Predator SS Pumper, Predator Aerial, Predator Pumper (2012 to 2016) | A fluid leak combined with arcing between the power stud and the exposed wire can increase the risk of a fire. | 38 | 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... | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| March 14, 2018 | NHTSA | KME Predator Tanker, Predator Rescue, Predator Aerial (2007 to 2013) | A wheel separation from the vehicle can increase the risk of a crash. | 12 | KME will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front axle spindle, free of charge. The recall began on May 2, 2018. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3928. | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| November 22, 2017 | NHTSA | KME Predator SS Tanker, Predator SS Pumper, Predator SS Aerial (2015 to 2018) | A reduction in water pressure may hinder fire fighting efforts, increasing the risk of injury. | 74 | KME will notify owners, and KME dealers will install a remedy kit, free of charge. The recall began on January 8, 2018. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3926 or Hale customer service at 1-800-533-3569. | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| August 28, 2017 | NHTSA | KME Predator Pumper, Predator Rescue, Airport Refueler (2016) | If the tie rod loosens, it may disconnect from the steering knuckle, causing a complete loss of steering and increasing the risk of a crash. | 11 | KME will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the torque of the castellated nut and tie rod, tightening as necessary. If the nuts do not become properly secured and aligned after being adequately torqued, the dealer will replace the... | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| August 14, 2017 | NHTSA | KME Predator SS Aerial, Predator Aerial (2012 to 2017) | The ladder speed accelerating without warning can increase the risk of injury to the ladder user or those nearby. | 20 | KME will notify owners, and dealers will update the ladder speed software, free of charge. The recall began on October 3, 2017. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3926. | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| August 14, 2017 | NHTSA | KME Predator Aerial, Predator SS Aerial (2014 to 2016) | Unintended rotation of the ladder can increase the risk of injury. | 14 | KME will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the ladder rotation software, free of charge. The recall began on October 3, 2017. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3926. | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| June 28, 2017 | NHTSA | KME Predator Tanker (2017) | An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash. | 1 | Cummins will send a notice to the owner of the vehicle with the affected engine and a Cummins dealer will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began on August 7, 2017. Owners may contact Cummins customer service at... | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| March 31, 2017 | NHTSA | KME Predator Pumper, Predator SS Aerial, Predator Aerial (2013 to 2016) | A separated ball joint can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash. | 9 | KME will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, clean and secure the ball joint free of charge. The recall began on May 8, 2017. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-570-669-5577. | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| December 23, 2016 | NHTSA | KME Predator SS Aerial, Predator Aerial, Predator Panther Aerial (2011 to 2017) | If the ladder contacts the truck or is placed off of the short jack side of the truck there may be a increased risk of injury. | 82 | KME will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the ladder position sensor mount and bearing system, replacing them as needed, free of charge. The recall began on February 8, 2017. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3926. | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| December 22, 2016 | NHTSA | KME Predator Aerial, Predator SS Aerial (2005 to 2016) | 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. | 10 | 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. | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| October 21, 2016 | NHTSA | KME Predator SS Aerial, Predator Aerial, Predator Panther Aerial (2011 to 2015) | If the water way trolley separates from the ladder, it may fall, increasing the risk of injury to those nearby. | 54 | KME will notify owners, and dealers will install re-enforcement inserts to the side clamps of the water way trolley, free of charge. The recall began on December 1, 2016. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3928. | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| August 29, 2016 | NHTSA | KME Predator SS Pumper, Fdny Pumper (2014 to 2016) | Failure of the driveshaft may leave the fire truck immobilized in traffic, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, the truck may not be able to respond to an emergency, increasing the chances of injury for those at risk. | 56 | KME has notified owners, and dealers replaced the drive shafts, free of charge. All affected vehicles have been remedied, free of charge. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3926. | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| August 16, 2016 | NHTSA | KME Predator Pumper, Predator Rescue, Predator Aerial (2012 to 2013) | If the front grille detaches from the vehicle while driving, it could become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. | 27 | All the vehicles affected in this campaign have been remedied. Therefore, an owner notification will not be issued. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-570-669-5577. | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| August 8, 2016 | NHTSA | KME Predator Tractor Aerial, 7600 Tanker, Predator Panther Rescue (2013 to 2017) | The unintended turning on or off of accessories such as emergency beacons or automatic snow chains can increase the risk of a crash. | 74 | KME will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the units, free of charge. The recall began on October 14, 2016. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3926 or Hale Products Customer Service Center @ 1-800-533-3569 or | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| August 1, 2016 | NHTSA | KME Predator SS, Predator, Predator Panther (2015 to 2017) | If the power output cannot be changed, once the fire truck arrives at the scene, it may not be able to pump water to aid in extinguishing the fire, increasing the risk of injury. | 112 | KME will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the transmissions, free of charge. The recall began on October 11, 2016. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3926. | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| May 27, 2016 | NHTSA | KME Predator SS (2015 to 2016) | If the flashlight battery pack overheats, it can increase the risk of a fire. | 9 | KME will notify owners to inspect the flashlights and battery packs, and request replacements from Pelican, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on June 16, 2016. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3926. | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| May 12, 2016 | NHTSA | Navistar, KME (2016 to 2017) | If the strainer and/or debris enters the pump, and the operator is forced to shut down the pump, reducing firefighting effectiveness, there could be an increased risk of injury. | 108 | KME will notify owners to check the strainer for missing solder at the joints. Any strainers missing solder will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on June 14, 2016. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-570-669-5577 or... | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| May 2, 2016 | NHTSA | KME Predator (2012 to 2014) | If the door opens while the vehicle is in motion, the occupants are at an increased risk of injury. | 14 | KME will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the cab door latch hardware, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on May 25, 2016. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3926. | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| March 3, 2016 | NHTSA | KME Predator (2015 to 2016) | An unexpected shift in the transmission could result in a vehicle crash. | 18 | KME will notify owners. The existing gearbox will be inspected and, where necessary, a replacement gearbox will be ordered and installed. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on April 8, 2016. Owners may contact KME... | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| November 2, 2015 | NHTSA | KME Severe Service, Predator (2016) | If the hex nuts are not tightened to specification, the driveshaft may disconnect from the drive axle, resulting in a loss of propulsion and increasing the risk of a crash. | 3 | KME will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the hex nuts, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on November 20, 2015. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3926. | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| October 8, 2015 | NHTSA | KME Predator (2013 to 2015) | A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash. | 8 | KME will notify owners, and dealers will correct the ball joint installation, free of charge. The recall began on October 30, 2015. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3926. | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov |
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| Agency | Recalls | Latest |
|---|---|---|
| National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | 53 | October 6, 2026 |
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