Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. – Steering Gear Assembled Incorrectly

Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2021-2022 KME Predator, Panther, and Severe Service fire trucks equipped with Sheppard Steering Gears. The steering gears may have been assembled incorrectly, which can cause the gears to fracture.


Report Received Date 08/09/2022
NHTSA ID 22V607000
Consequence Summary A fractured steering gear can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action Dealers will inspect the serial numbers and replace the steering gears, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 3, 2022. Owners may contact KME's customer service at 1-800-235-3928.
Recall Code NR (Not Reported)
Potentially Affected 11
Fire Risk When Parked No
Do Not Drive No
Recall Link Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=22V607000)