NHTSA Recall 13V187000: Steering
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 695 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Kme Arff.
| NHTSA campaign | 13V187000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 2013-E01 |
| Component | STEERING |
| Report received | May 9, 2013 |
| Owner notification | May 20, 2013 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (Kovatch) is recalling certain model year 2009-2013 Predator, Predator SS, Panther; 2010-2011 ARFF; and model year 2010-2013 Panther II emergency vehicles. The grease fitting in the steering column shaft may get caught in the column cover. The grease fitting could tear the cover which will impact the driver's ability to steer the vehicle.
Safety risk
A sudden loss of steering control may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Kovatch will notify owners and dealers will remove the grease fitting, free of charge. The safety recall began on May 20, 2013. Owners may contact Kovatch at 1-570-669-5173. Kovatch's recall campaign number is 2013-E01.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 13V187000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Kme Arff | 2010, 2011 |
| Kme Panther | 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |
| Kme Panther II | 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |
| Kme Predator | 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |
| Kme Predator SS | 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |
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.