Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2020 Severe Service Aerial Fire Apparatus trucks. In the event of a short circuit or wiring failure, the firmware in the vehicle multiplex system may fail to shut off the output pin, resulting in overloaded electrical circuits.
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. – Overloaded Electrical System May Cause Fire
| Report Received Date | 12/06/2023 |
| NHTSA ID | 23V818000 |
| Consequence Summary | Overloaded electrical circuits can overheat, increasing the risk of fire. |
| Corrective Action | Dealers will work with the equipment manufacturer to update the firmware, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed January 15, 2024. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3928. |
| Recall Code | NR (Not Reported) |
| Potentially Affected | 2 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=23V818000) |
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