Vehicle recall 20V341000 · June 10, 2020
KME Predator SS, Predator and 2 more models
The Telma axial retarder braking mechanism may separate from the vehicle while it is moving.
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 2011 and 2013-2020 Predator Severe Service, 2015 Predator Panther, 2011, 2013-2014 and 2017-2018 Predator, and 2014 KME commercial cab/chassis firetrucks equipped with optional Telma induction braking systems. The Telma axial retarder braking mechanism may separate from the vehicle while it is moving.
- Consequence
- A retarder that separates from the vehicle may increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- KME will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the mounting hardware on axial retarders and replace any incorrect hardware, free of charge. This recall is expected to begin July 2020. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-678-1910.
- 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
- 20V341000
- Reported to NHTSA
- June 10, 2020
- Filed by
- Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
- Owner notification
- July 31, 2020
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 107
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Power train › Driveline › Driveshaft; Service brakes
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- KME Commercialcab/ Chassis (2014): 2014
- KME Predator (2011, 2013-2014, 2017-2018): 2018, 2017, 2014, 2013, 2011
- KME Predator Panther (2015): 2015
- KME Predator SS (2011, 2013-2020): 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013, 2011
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