Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling 44 fire trucks, including certain 2021-2023 Predator, Panther, and Severe Service models. A defect in the inversion valve can cause a delay in the parking brake engaging, which may allow the heavy vehicle to move unexpectedly after the brake is set. KME dealers will inspect and replace the affected inversion valves free of charge to ensure the vehicles comply with federal air brake safety standards.
A faulty inversion valve may delay the engagement of the parking brake, allowing the fire truck to roll or move unintentionally, which significantly increases the risk of a crash or injury to bystanders and responders.
Inspection and replacement of inversion valves
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Sources: NHTSA Notice · Raw API Response