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2023 Kme Severe Service problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2023 Kme Severe Service — 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

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Recalls

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Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

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Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2023 compare to other Severe Service years?

Severe Service NHTSA complaints by model year, 2023 highlighted1 complaints2006: 0 complaints2007: 0 complaints2016: 0 complaints2020: 0 complaints2021: 0 complaints2022: 0 complaints2023: 0 complaints
Severe Service NHTSA complaints by model year, 2023 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2023 Kme Severe Service have recalls?

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

23V798000BrakesNovember 26, 2023 · 44 units

Defect

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."

Consequence

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

Remedy

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.

2023 Kme Severe Service — common questions

Is the 2023 Kme Severe Service 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 2023 Kme Severe Service have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2023 Kme Severe Service. 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.