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Vehicle recall 18V172000 · March 14, 2018

KME Predator Pumper, Predator Rescue and 3 more models

Inconsistent machining may result in fatigue cracks developing over time in the front axle spindles, causing failure of the spindle and the possible separation of a front wheel…

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 2007-2012 KME Predator Pumper, 2013 Predator SS Aerial, 2007 Predator Aerial, 2008-2011 Predator Rescue, and 2007 Predator Tanker vehicles, equipped with Timoney Independent Front Suspensions. Inconsistent machining may result in fatigue cracks developing over time in the front axle spindles, causing failure of the spindle and the possible separation of a front wheel from the vehicle.
Consequence
A wheel separation from the vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
KME will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front axle spindle, free of charge. The recall began on May 2, 2018. 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.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
18V172000
Reported to NHTSA
March 14, 2018
Filed by
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
Owner notification
May 2, 2018
Vehicles potentially affected
12
Initiated by
the manufacturer
Components
Suspension › Front
Recall 18V172000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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