Vehicle recall 17V223000 · March 31, 2017
KME Predator SS Pumper, Predator SS Aerial and 3 more models
The ball joints on the independent front suspension (IFS) modules can loosen and separate, leading to a partial loss of steering.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Predator SS Aerial, 2013-2016 Predator SS Pumper, 2014 Predator Aerial, Predator Pumper, and Predator Pumper TDA trucks. The ball joints on the independent front suspension (IFS) modules can loosen and separate, leading to a partial loss of steering.
- Consequence
- A separated ball joint can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- KME will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, clean and secure the ball joint free of charge. The recall began on May 8, 2017. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-570-669-5577.
- 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.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 17V223000
- Reported to NHTSA
- March 31, 2017
- Filed by
- Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
- Owner notification
- May 8, 2017
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 9
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Suspension › Front › Control arm
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- KME Predator Aerial (2014): 2014
- KME Predator Pumper (2014): 2014
- KME Predator SS Aerial (2013-2014): 2014, 2013
- KME Predator SS Pumper (2013-2016): 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013
- KME Predator TDA (2014): 2014
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