Recall
Kme Predator Aerial — 18V393000
NHTSA ID
18V393000
Make
Kme
Model
Predator Aerial
Years Affected
2018
Recall Date
2018-06-12
Component
EQUIPMENT
Units Affected
12
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
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.