Vehicle recall 21V100000 · February 19, 2021
2001-2020 KME TDA
The Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) control module on the ladder trailer may have incorrect wire connections.
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 2001-2020 TDA tractor-drawn aerial firetrucks. The Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) control module on the ladder trailer may have incorrect wire connections.
- Consequence
- Incorrect wiring can cause the trailer brakes to not operate properly when the ABS system is activated. This could lead to loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- KME will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the wiring and connections, and replace any incorrect hardware, free of charge. The recall began on April 9, 2021. 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
- 21V100000
- Reported to NHTSA
- February 19, 2021
- Filed by
- Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
- Owner notification
- April 9, 2021
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 94
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Service brakes, air › Antilock
Vehicles covered
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