Lift-up cover may unexpectedly fall
Defect Summary
Kovatch mobile equipment corp. (kme) is recalling certain 2017 commercial rescue, 2014-2019 predator panther pumper, commercial pumper and predator ss pumper, 2012-2019 predator pumper, 2015-2019 commercial wildland, 2018 predator rescue and 2016 predator ss wildland vehicles. the lock for the gas springs that support the sliding, lift-up cover may be unintentionally disabled, preventing the lock from engaging.
Safety Consequence
If the lock is not engaged, the sliding, lift-up cover may fall unexpectedly, increasing the risk of injury to personnel working under the cover.
Corrective Action
Kme will notify owners, and dealers will replace the gas springs on the sliding, lift-up cover with new gas springs with an alternative locking mechanism or new gas springs without a locking mechanism and a separate stay arm, free of charge. the recall began may 23, 2019. owners may contact kme customer service at 1-800-235-3928.
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FAQ: Recall 19V267000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 19V267000?
NHTSA recall 19V267000 was issued by Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. on April 2, 2019. It addresses: Lift-up cover may unexpectedly fall. The recall affects approximately 148 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 19V267000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.