2015 KME PREDATOR SS PUMPER RECALL - #17V223000
		RECALL FOR SUSPENSION : FRONT : CONTROL ARM
        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.
		Information provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
		
		
		
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							| Vehicle | 
							2015 KME PREDATOR SS PUMPER | 
							
								
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							| Manufacturer | 
							Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. | 
						 
						
							| Manufactured between | 
							1/31/2013 - 10/10/2015 | 
						 
						
							| Recalled on | 
							4/5/2017 | 
						 
						
							| Influenced by | 
							Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. | 
						 
						
							| Owners Notified on | 
							5/8/2017 | 
						 
						
							| # Affected | 
							9 | 
						 
						
							| Recalled for | 
							SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM | 
						 
						
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							| Description | 
							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. | 
						 
						
							| Consequences | 
							A separated ball joint can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash. | 
						 
						
							| Corrective action | 
							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. | 
						 
						
							| See also | 
							
							
							
								2015 KME PREDATOR SS PUMPER Recall for ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
							
							
  
							
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								2015 KME PREDATOR SS PUMPER Recall for EQUIPMENT
							
							
  
							
								2015 KME PREDATOR SS PUMPER Recall for SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, FOUNDATION COMPONENTS, HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
							
							
  
							
								2015 KME PREDATOR SS PUMPER Recall for LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
							
							
  
							
								2015 KME PREDATOR SS PUMPER Recall for ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, 12V/24V/48V BATTERY
							
							
  
							
								2015 KME PREDATOR SS PUMPER Recall for SUSPENSION, MULTIPLE AXLE, TORQUE ARM
							
							
  
							
								2015 KME PREDATOR SS PUMPER Recall for SUSPENSION, MULTIPLE AXLE, TORQUE ARM
							
							
  
							
								2015 KME PREDATOR SS PUMPER Recall for SUSPENSION, MULTIPLE AXLE, TORQUE ARM
							
							
  
							
								2015 KME PREDATOR SS PUMPER Recall for SUSPENSION, MULTIPLE AXLE, TORQUE ARM
							
							
  
							
								2015 KME PREDATOR SS PUMPER Recall for SUSPENSION, MULTIPLE AXLE, TORQUE ARM
							
							
  
							
								2015 KME PREDATOR SS PUMPER Recall for SUSPENSION, MULTIPLE AXLE, TORQUE ARM
							
							
  
							
								2015 KME PREDATOR SS PUMPER Recall for SUSPENSION, MULTIPLE AXLE, TORQUE ARM
							
							
  
							
								2015 KME PREDATOR SS PUMPER Recall for SUSPENSION, MULTIPLE AXLE, TORQUE ARM
							
							
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