KME 2022 KME redundant PREDATOR Recall
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2022 KME redundant PREDATOR
Brand
KME
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2022
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. is recalling certain 2022 KME redundant PREDATOR vehicles due to power train:axle assembly issues. A fractured drive pinion may contact the brake drop hose, and unintentionally engage the parking brake without detection or without the brake lights a.
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2022 Predator, Predator Panther and 2021-2022 Severe Service emergency vehicles. The rear axle drive pinion may fracture.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
A fractured drive pinion may contact the brake drop hose, and unintentionally engage the parking brake without detection or without the brake lights activating, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Meritor will inspect and replace the drive pinion, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 7, 2022. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3928.
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