NHTSA Recall 16V926000: Axle assembly (power train)
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 10 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Kme Predator Aerial.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V926000 |
|---|---|
| Component | POWER TRAIN › AXLE ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | December 22, 2016 |
| Owner notification | February 1, 2017 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain model year 2005-2016 Predator SS Aerial vehicles manufactured September 18, 2004, June 20, 2008, to May 23, 2016, and 2009-2011 Predator Aerial vehicles manufactured March 6, 2009, to January 14, 2011. The affected vehicles have tandem rear axles with S-cam brakes that may engage without the brake pedal being pressed.
Safety risk
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.
Remedy
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.
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 16V926000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Kme Predator Aerial | 2005, 2009, 2010, 2011 |
| Kme Predator SS Aerial | 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 |
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.