Safety Recall NHTSA · 23V798000 Reported November 26, 2023

Delay in park brake engagement/fmvss 121

Q: What is recall 23V798000?

NHTSA recall 23V798000 was issued by Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. on November 26, 2023. It addresses: Delay in park brake engagement/fmvss 121. The recall affects approximately 44 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 · 44 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

23V798000

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.

Component

N/A

Vehicles Affected

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

November 26, 2023

Completion Rate

6.82

Defect Summary

Kovatch mobile equipment corp. (kme) is recalling certain 2021-2023 predator, panther, and severe service fire trucks. a defect in the inversion valve may delay park brake engagement, which could allow the vehicle to move unintentionally. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 121, "air brake systems."

Safety Consequence

Unintentional vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect and replace the inversion valves as necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed january 24, 2024. owners may contact kme 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 23V798000 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 23V798000

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

What is recall 23V798000?

NHTSA recall 23V798000 was issued by Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. on November 26, 2023. It addresses: Delay in park brake engagement/fmvss 121. The recall affects approximately 44 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 23V798000 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.