Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. – Park Brake Failure/FMVSS 121

Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Predator fire trucks. The incorrect relay valve may have been installed, which can prevent the park brake from engaging and allow the vehicle to roll away. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 121, “Air Brake Systems.”


Report Received Date 05/23/2024
NHTSA ID 24V363000
Consequence Summary A vehicle roll away can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Corrective Action Dealers will inspect and replace the relay valve as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 3, 2024. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3928.
Recall Code 24003K
Potentially Affected 7
Fire Risk When Parked No
Do Not Drive No
Recall Link Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=24V363000)