- The problem
- Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2011 and 2013-2020 Predator Severe Service, 2015 Predator Panther, 2011, 2013-2014 and 2017-2018 Predator, and 2014 KME commercial cab/chassis firetrucks equipped with optional Telma induction braking systems. The Telma axial retarder braking mechanism may separate from the vehicle while it is moving.
- The risk
- A retarder that separates from the vehicle may increase the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- KME will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the mounting hardware on axial retarders and replace any incorrect hardware, free of charge. This recall is expected to begin July 2020. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-678-1910.
Vehicle safety record
2018 Kme Predator SS Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2018 Kme Predator SS have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in June 2020 for the service brakes.
NHTSA data checked
BFewer problems than a typical Predator SS year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2018 Kme Predator SS recalls 2
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2017 KME Predator TDA, 2016-2018 KME Predator SS TDA, and 2018 KME Predator SS Aerial emergency vehicles equipped with an aerial ladder and optional tip mounted lifting device. The lifting devices do not meet the specified load rating or safety factor.
- The risk
- Using the device to lift the rated load may cause the device to deform, increasing the risk of injury.
- The fix
- KME has notified owners, and dealers will replace the tip lifting device, free of charge. The recall began July 26, 2018. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3928.
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Kme Predator SS: every year compared
All Predator SS years2018 Kme Predator SS vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Kme Predator SS | 0 | 2 | B | |
| 2018 Kme Predator Aerial | 1 | 3 | C | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2018 Kme Predator SS
Does the 2018 Kme Predator SS have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2018 Kme Predator SS: service brakes (June 2020); equipment (June 2018). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 2018 Kme Predator SS had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2018 Kme Predator SS a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 60 out of 100 (grade B: fewer problems than a typical Kme Predator SS year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
What should I do if my 2018 Kme Predator SS has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data