Hydraulic velocity fuses may not activate
Defect Summary
Kovatch mobile equipment corp. (kme) is recalling certain 2017-2019 predator rescue, ss rescue, ss aerial, aerial, ss tda and tanker and predator panther rescue and aerial, 2016-2020 predator panther pumper and predator ss pumper, 2017-2020 predator panther tanker and predator pumper, 2017 predator ss tanker and 2017-2018 predator tda. in the event of a hydraulic system failure while raising or lowering the cab, the hydraulic velocity fuses may not activate and lock the cab in place to prevent the cab from quickly closing.
Safety Consequence
If the velocity fuses do not activate and stop the cab from lowering, the cab may hit occupants working underneath, increasing the risk of an injury.
Corrective Action
Kme will notify owners, and dealers will replace the velocity fuses for each cab lift cylinder, free of charge. the recall began august 29, 2019. owners may contact kme customer service at 1-800-235-3928.
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FAQ: Recall 19V528000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 19V528000?
NHTSA recall 19V528000 was issued by Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. on July 12, 2019. It addresses: Hydraulic velocity fuses may not activate. The recall affects approximately 529 vehicles, with the defect involving the Structure component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 19V528000 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.