KME 2012 KME PREDATOR Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2012 KME PREDATOR
Brand
KME
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2012
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. is recalling certain 2012 KME PREDATOR vehicles due to structure:body:door issues. If the door opens while the vehicle is in motion, the occupants are at an increased risk of injury..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Predator Severe-Service vehicles manufactured September 2, 2011, to September 20, 2013. The cab door latch retaining hardware may loosen, preventing the cab door from closing properly and allowing the cab door to open unexpectedly while moving.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
If the door opens while the vehicle is in motion, the occupants are at an increased risk of injury.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
KME will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the cab door latch hardware, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on May 25, 2016. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3926.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026