NHTSA Recall 23V798000: Parking brake
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 44 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Kme Panther.
| NHTSA campaign | 23V798000 |
|---|---|
| Component | PARKING BRAKE |
| Report received | November 26, 2023 |
| Owner notification | January 24, 2024 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Predator, Panther, and Severe Service fire trucks. A defect in the inversion valve may delay park brake engagement, which could allow the vehicle to move unintentionally. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 121, "Air Brake Systems."
Safety risk
Unintentional vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the inversion valves as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 24, 2024. 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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 23V798000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Kme Panther | 2021 |
| Kme Predator | 2021 |
| Kme Redundant Panther | 2022, 2023 |
| Kme Redundant Predator | 2022, 2023 |
| Kme Severe Service | 2021, 2022, 2023 |
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.