NHTSA Recall 16V606000: Body (structure)
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 27 vehicles. It affects 6 models including the Kme Predator Aerial.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V606000 |
|---|---|
| Component | STRUCTURE › BODY |
| Report received | August 16, 2016 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Predator Pumper, Predator Panther Pumper and Predator Aerial, 2013 Predator Panther Aerial and Predator Rescue and 2012 Predator Panther Tanker emergency vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the front grille may loosen and separate from the cab face.
Safety risk
If the front grille detaches from the vehicle while driving, it could become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
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 16V606000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Kme Predator Aerial | 2012, 2013 |
| Kme Predator Panther Aerial | 2013 |
| Kme Predator Panther Pumper | 2012, 2013 |
| Kme Predator Panther Tanker | 2012 |
| Kme Predator Pumper | 2012, 2013 |
| Kme Predator Rescue | 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.