2021 Kme Predator Panther problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2021 Kme Predator Panther — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 2 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

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How does 2021 compare to other Predator Panther years?

Predator Panther NHTSA complaints by model year, 2021 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2021 Kme Predator Panther have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

22V607000SteeringAugust 9, 2022 · 11 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

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

Remedy

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.

21V905000TransmissionNovember 19, 2021 · 26 units

Defect

Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2022 Predator, Predator Panther and 2021-2022 Severe Service emergency vehicles. The rear axle drive pinion may fracture.

Consequence

A fractured drive pinion may contact the brake drop hose, and unintentionally engage the parking brake without detection or without the brake lights activating, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Meritor will inspect and replace the drive pinion, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 7, 2022. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3928.

2021 Kme Predator Panther — common questions

Is the 2021 Kme Predator Panther reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 2 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2021 Kme Predator Panther have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2021 Kme Predator Panther. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

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

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.

How does 2021 compare to other Predator Panther years?

Does the 2021 Kme Predator Panther have recalls?

2021 Kme Predator Panther — common questions

Is the 2021 Kme Predator Panther reliable?

Does the 2021 Kme Predator Panther have recalls?

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