NHTSA Recall 01V231000: Structure
KME FIRE APPARATUS reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 367 vehicles. It affects 1996–1998 Kme Tilt Cab.
| NHTSA campaign | 01V231000 |
|---|---|
| Component | STRUCTURE |
| Report received | July 5, 2001 |
| Owner notification | July 30, 2001 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Vehicle description: tilt cab fire truck cabs. The cab latch retention bracket can crack or fail.
Safety risk
This condition can cause a lack of retention to the cab, increasing the risk of injury or crash.
Remedy
Owners will be provided with a kit which includes a redesigned cab latch bracket. Kme has not yet provided an owner notification schedule. Owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact kme at 1-570-669-5139.
Notes
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 01V231000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.