Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. – Cab Doors may Open Unexpectedly

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.


Report Received Date 05/02/2016
NHTSA ID 16V263000
Consequence Summary If the door opens while the vehicle is in motion, the occupants are at an increased risk of injury.
Corrective Action 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.
Recall Code NR (Not Reported)
Potentially Affected 14
Fire Risk When Parked No
Do Not Drive No
Recall Link Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=16V263000)