Safety Recall NHTSA · 22V607000 Reported August 9, 2022

Steering gear assembled incorrectly

Q: What is recall 22V607000?

NHTSA recall 22V607000 was issued by Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. on August 9, 2022. It addresses: Steering gear assembled incorrectly. The recall affects approximately 11 vehicles , with the defect involving the N/A component.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. · N/A · 11 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

22V607000

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.

Component

N/A

Vehicles Affected

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

August 9, 2022

Completion Rate

27.27

Defect Summary

Kovatch mobile equipment corp. (kme) is recalling certain 2021-2022 kme predator, panther, and severe service fire trucks equipped with sheppard steering gears. the steering gears may have been assembled incorrectly, which can cause the gears to fracture.

Safety Consequence

A fractured steering gear can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect the serial numbers and replace the steering gears, as necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed on october 3, 2022. owners may contact kme's customer service at 1-800-235-3928.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. dealer and reference recall ID 22V607000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 22V607000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 22V607000?

NHTSA recall 22V607000 was issued by Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. on August 9, 2022. It addresses: Steering gear assembled incorrectly. The recall affects approximately 11 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 22V607000 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.