2014 Kme Predator Ss Tda problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2014 Kme Predator Ss Tda — 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 2014 compare to other Predator Ss Tda years?

Predator Ss Tda NHTSA complaints by model year, 2014 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2014 Kme Predator Ss Tda have recalls?

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

16V930000OtherDecember 23, 2016 · 82 units

Defect

Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain model year 2011-2017 Predator Aerial and Predator Panther Aerial, 2014 Predator TDA, 2014-2017 Predator SS TDA, and 2012-2017 Predator SS Aerial fire trucks. In the affected vehicles, water may leak into the ladder position sensor allowing the ladder to make contact with the vehicle or be placed off of the short jack side of the truck.

Consequence

If the ladder contacts the truck or is placed off of the short jack side of the truck there may be a increased risk of injury.

Remedy

KME will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the ladder position sensor mount and bearing system, replacing them as needed, free of charge. The recall began on February 8, 2017. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3926.

16V767000OtherOctober 21, 2016 · 54 units

Defect

Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Predator Panther Aerial, 2011-2015 Predator Aerial, 2012-2015 Predator SS Aerial, 2014 Predator TDA, and 2014-2015 Predator SS TDA emergency vehicles equipped with aerial water way trollies. The aerial device water way trolley could separate from the ladder.

Consequence

If the water way trolley separates from the ladder, it may fall, increasing the risk of injury to those nearby.

Remedy

KME will notify owners, and dealers will install re-enforcement inserts to the side clamps of the water way trolley, free of charge. The recall began on December 1, 2016. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3928.

2014 Kme Predator Ss Tda — common questions

Is the 2014 Kme Predator Ss Tda 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 2014 Kme Predator Ss Tda have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2014 Kme Predator Ss Tda. 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 2014 compare to other Predator Ss Tda years?

Does the 2014 Kme Predator Ss Tda have recalls?

2014 Kme Predator Ss Tda — common questions

Is the 2014 Kme Predator Ss Tda reliable?

Does the 2014 Kme Predator Ss Tda have recalls?

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