2011 KME ARFF Recall

Campaign:: 13V187000 on 05/09/2013
Component:: Steering
Affected:: 695
Defect:: Kovatch mobile equipment corp. (kovatch) is recalling certain model year 2009-2013 predator, predator ss, panther; 2010-2011 arff; and model year 2010-2013 panther ii emergency vehicles. the grease fitting in the steering column shaft may get caught in the column cover. the grease fitting could tear the cover which will impact the driver's ability to steer the vehicle.
Consequence:: A sudden loss of steering control may increase the risk of a crash.
Correction:: Kovatch will notify owners and dealers will remove the grease fitting, free of charge. the safety recall began on may 20, 2013. owners may contact kovatch at 1-570-669-5173. kovatch's recall campaign number is 2013-e01.
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.