NHTSA Recall 17V527000: Tie rod assembly (steering) and steering
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 11 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Kme Airport Refueler.
| NHTSA campaign | 17V527000 |
|---|---|
| Components | STEERING › LINKAGES › TIE ROD ASSEMBLY; STEERING |
| Report received | August 28, 2017 |
| Owner notification | October 5, 2017 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2016 Predator Pumper, Predator Rescue, and Airport Refueler vehicles, equipped with certain Dana Spicer steer axles. The castellated nut on the steer axles may not be properly torqued, allowing the tie rod to loosen.
Safety risk
If the tie rod loosens, it may disconnect from the steering knuckle, causing a complete loss of steering and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
KME will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the torque of the castellated nut and tie rod, tightening as necessary. If the nuts do not become properly secured and aligned after being adequately torqued, the dealer will replace the knuckle and tie rod end assemblies, free of charge. The recall began on October 5, 2017. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3928.
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 17V527000
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.