NHTSA Recall 12V253000: Electronic stability control (esc)
KOVATCH MOBILE EQUIPMENT CORP reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 78 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Kme Predator.
| NHTSA campaign | 12V253000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | L-02 |
| Component | ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) |
| Report received | June 4, 2012 |
| Owner notification | June 5, 2012 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Kovatch mobile equipment corporation (kme) is recalling certain 2010-2011 predator, predator ss, predator panther, and predator xl emergency vehicles manufactured from march 1, 2010 through october 10, 2011, equipped with feature code 04azx meritor wabco electronic stability control (esc) units. Under certain road and driving conditions, vehicle body roll and road inclination characteristics may adversely affect the slip angle calculation of the electronic stability control (esc) system. This might cause the esc to perceive an over steering situation and therefore apply the outer wheel brake on the front axle until the vehicle is perceived to be stable.
Safety risk
The vehicle may deviate from the intended line of travel, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Kme will notify owners, and dealers will install a new esc module free of charge. The recall began on june 5, 2012. Owners may contact kme at 1-570-669-5154.
Notes
Kme recall number l-02.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 12V253000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Kme Predator | 2010, 2011 |
| Kme Predator Panther | 2010, 2011 |
| Kme Predator SS | 2010, 2011 |
| Kme Predator XL | 2010, 2011 |
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.