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2012 Kme Predator Panther Tanker problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2012 Kme Predator Panther Tanker — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

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NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

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Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2012 compare to other Predator Panther Tanker years?

Predator Panther Tanker NHTSA complaints by model year, 2012 highlighted1 complaints2012: 0 complaints2017: 0 complaints2018: 0 complaints2019: 0 complaints2020: 0 complaints
Predator Panther Tanker NHTSA complaints by model year, 2012 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2012 Kme Predator Panther Tanker have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

16V606000Body & StructureAugust 16, 2016 · 27 units

Defect

Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Predator Pumper, Predator Panther Pumper and Predator Aerial, 2013 Predator Panther Aerial and Predator Rescue and 2012 Predator Panther Tanker emergency vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the front grille may loosen and separate from the cab face.

Consequence

If the front grille detaches from the vehicle while driving, it could become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

All the vehicles affected in this campaign have been remedied. Therefore, an owner notification will not be issued. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-570-669-5577.

2012 Kme Predator Panther Tanker — common questions

Is the 2012 Kme Predator Panther Tanker reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2012 Kme Predator Panther Tanker have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2012 Kme Predator Panther Tanker. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.