Does the 2015 KME Predator Aerial have any recalls?

5 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: equipment, service brakes, hydraulic, electrical system. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.

How do I check if my 2015 KME Predator Aerial recall has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a KME dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 2015 KME Predator Aerial?

0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.

2015 KME Predator Aerial recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

5 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 2015 KME Predator Aerial. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

Has your KME been repaired?

Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.

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NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A KME dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.

2015 KME Predator Aerial recalls, newest first

June 12, 2018NHTSA 18V39300012 vehicles potentially affected

Equipment

Summary: Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2015-2017 KME Predator SS Aerial, and 2015-2018 KME Predator Aerial emergency vehicles equipped with an aerial platform and optional modular platform tether control. If the tether control gets unplugged while it is operating the aerial, the last command will be continued to be carried out.
Consequence: If the aerial continues moving when the tether is unplugged, it can increase the risk of an injury.
Remedy: KME will notify owners, and dealers will install updated software to stop the aerial's movement, free of charge. The recall began July 13, 2018. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3928.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

April 13, 2018NHTSA 18V23700038 vehicles potentially affected

Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Summary: Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2012-2016 KME Predator SS Pumper and Predator Pumper, and 2015-2016 Predator Aerial vehicles equipped with Cummins ISX12 engines. The braided cab lift hydraulic hoses, wire braided air lines and/or wire braided fuel cooler lines may be improperly routed and secured contacting the starter power stud, causing a leak and a possible short-circuit.
Consequence: A fluid leak combined with arcing between the power stud and the exposed wire can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: KME will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the area around the starter and make sure that the hoses have sufficient clearance, replacing any damaged cab lift hydraulic hoses, and adding hose chafe guards, free of charge. The recall began on May 22, 2018. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3928.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

August 14, 2017NHTSA 17V50300014 vehicles potentially affected

Electrical system › Software

Summary: Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Predator SS Aerial, and Predator Aerial vehicles. The software that controls the ladder rotation circuit may allow the ladder to rotate even after the rotation joystick is released.
Consequence: Unintended rotation of the ladder can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: KME will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the ladder rotation software, free of charge. The recall began on October 3, 2017. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3926.
Components: Electrical system › Software; Equipment

This recall on nhtsa.gov

December 23, 2016NHTSA 16V93000082 vehicles potentially affected

Equipment

Summary: Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain model year 2011-2017 Predator Aerial and Predator Panther Aerial, 2014 Predator TDA, 2014-2017 Predator SS TDA, and 2012-2017 Predator SS Aerial fire trucks. In the affected vehicles, water may leak into the ladder position sensor allowing the ladder to make contact with the vehicle or be placed off of the short jack side of the truck.
Consequence: If the ladder contacts the truck or is placed off of the short jack side of the truck there may be a increased risk of injury.
Remedy: KME will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the ladder position sensor mount and bearing system, replacing them as needed, free of charge. The recall began on February 8, 2017. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3926.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

October 21, 2016NHTSA 16V76700054 vehicles potentially affected

Equipment

Summary: Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Predator Panther Aerial, 2011-2015 Predator Aerial, 2012-2015 Predator SS Aerial, 2014 Predator TDA, and 2014-2015 Predator SS TDA emergency vehicles equipped with aerial water way trollies. The aerial device water way trolley could separate from the ladder.
Consequence: If the water way trolley separates from the ladder, it may fall, increasing the risk of injury to those nearby.
Remedy: KME will notify owners, and dealers will install re-enforcement inserts to the side clamps of the water way trolley, free of charge. The recall began on December 1, 2016. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3928.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

No owner complaints about the 2015 KME Predator Aerial were found in NHTSA’s complaint data.

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Questions

Does the 2015 KME Predator Aerial have any recalls?: 5 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: equipment, service brakes, hydraulic, electrical system. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 2015 KME Predator Aerial recall has been fixed?: Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a KME dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2015 KME Predator Aerial?: 0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.