Seagrave Fire Apparatus, Llc | NHTSA Recall #17V553000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 17V553000 by Seagrave Fire Apparatus, Llc. Affecting 2017 aerialscope emergency vehicles, equipped with spicer d-series and e-series steer axles Includes 2 affected units, Tie Rod may Loosen, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2017 aerialscope emergency vehicles, equipped with spicer d-series and e-series steer axles

Defect Summary

Seagrave fire apparatus, llc (seagrave) is recalling certain 2017 aerialscope emergency vehicles, equipped with spicer d-series and e-series steer axles. the castellated nut on the steer axles may not be properly torqued, allowing the tie rod to loosen.

Corrective Action

Seagrave will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the torque of the castellated nut and tie rod, tightening it as necessary. if the tie rod stud and knuckle on units cannot be sufficiently torqued, the dealer will replace the knuckle and tie rod end assembly, free of charge. the recall began on september 22, 2017. owners may seagrave for more information at 1-715-823-2141 extension 1910.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 17V553000

Manufacturer: Seagrave Fire Apparatus, Llc

Report Received Date: 2017-09-06T00:00:00

Subject: Tie rod may loosen

Component: Steering

Potentially Affected Units: 2

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Seagrave fire apparatus, llc (seagrave) is recalling certain 2017 aerialscope emergency vehicles, equipped with spicer d-series and e-series steer axles. the castellated nut on the steer axles may not be properly torqued, allowing the tie rod to loosen.

Consequence Summary: If the tie rod loosens, it may disconnect from the steering knuckle, causing a complete loss of steering and increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Seagrave will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the torque of the castellated nut and tie rod, tightening it as necessary. if the tie rod stud and knuckle on units cannot be sufficiently torqued, the dealer will replace the knuckle and tie rod end assembly, free of charge. the recall began on september 22, 2017. owners may seagrave for more information at 1-715-823-2141 extension 1910.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 100

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