Report Date
Dec 6, 2023
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Affected Vehicles
3
Defect Description
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2020 Severe Service, Predator, and Spartan MetroStar 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.
Safety Consequence
Overloaded electrical circuits can overheat, increasing the risk of fire.
Remedy
Dealers will work with the equipment manufacturer to update the firmware, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 24, 2024. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3928.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | KME | PREDATOR |
| 2020 | KME | SEVERE SERVICE |
| 2020 | SPARTAN FIRE | METROSTAR |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.