Pierce Manufacturing | NHTSA Recall #01V113000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 01V113000 by Pierce Manufacturing. Includes 147 affected units, PIERCE/OSHKOSH/ALL-STEER STEERING SYSTEM, component: SUSPENSION, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Vehicle description: fire trucks equipped with oshkosh all-steer all-wheel steering system. the rear wheels of a fire engine can turn unintentionally if the all-wheel steering system key is on and moisture penetrates to the wire that connects the steering sensor to the electronic control unit (ecu). it was discovered that the insulation covering the wires between the sensor and the ecu had been nicked during time of assembly. over time, the nick in the insulation allowed moisture to penetrate to the actual wire.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect for nicked wires and replace the wire harness. this recall campaign is 100% complete.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 01V113000
Manufacturer: Pierce Manufacturing
Report Received Date: 2001-04-02T00:00:00
Subject: Pierce/oshkosh/all-steer steering system
Component: Suspension
Potentially Affected Units: 147

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Vehicle description: fire trucks equipped with oshkosh all-steer all-wheel steering system. the rear wheels of a fire engine can turn unintentionally if the all-wheel steering system key is on and moisture penetrates to the wire that connects the steering sensor to the electronic control unit (ecu). it was discovered that the insulation covering the wires between the sensor and the ecu had been nicked during time of assembly. over time, the nick in the insulation allowed moisture to penetrate to the actual wire.
Consequence Summary: Under these conditions, the driver can experience unintended turning of a single or a tandum rear axle, possibly leading to a vehicle crash or injury or death to a pedestrian or fire fighter.
Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect for nicked wires and replace the wire harness. this recall campaign is 100% complete.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 01V113000
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Created At: 1742808662
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