NHTSA Recall 17V504000: Software (electrical system) and equipment
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 20 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Kme Predator Aerial.
| NHTSA campaign | 17V504000 |
|---|---|
| Components | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › SOFTWARE; EQUIPMENT |
| Report received | August 14, 2017 |
| Owner notification | October 3, 2017 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2012-2014 Predator Aerial, and 2014-2017 Predator SS Aerial vehicles. A software error may cause the aerial ladder tip control speed to momentarily switch from 20 percent speed to 100 percent overall speed.
Safety risk
The ladder speed accelerating without warning can increase the risk of injury to the ladder user or those nearby.
Remedy
KME will notify owners, and dealers will update the ladder speed software, free of charge. The recall began on October 3, 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 17V504000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Kme Predator Aerial | 2012, 2013, 2014 |
| Kme Predator SS Aerial | 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 |
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.