Hme, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #17V642000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 17V642000 by Hme, Inc.. Affecting 2015 silverfox sfo fire emergency trucks equipped with certain spicer d or e series steer axles Includes 12 affected units, Tie Rod may Loosen, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2015 silverfox sfo fire emergency trucks equipped with certain spicer d or e series steer axles

Defect Summary

Hme, inc. (hme) is recalling certain 2015 silverfox sfo fire emergency trucks equipped with certain spicer d or e series steer axles. the castellated nut on the steer axles may not be properly torqued, allowing the tie rod to loosen.

Corrective Action

Hme will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the castellated nut and tie rod, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on october 24, 2017. owners may contact hme customer service at 1-616-534-1463.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 17V642000
Manufacturer: Hme, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2017-10-12T00:00:00
Subject: Tie rod may loosen
Component: Steering
Potentially Affected Units: 12

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Hme, inc. (hme) is recalling certain 2015 silverfox sfo fire emergency trucks equipped with certain spicer d or 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: Hme will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the castellated nut and tie rod, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on october 24, 2017. owners may contact hme customer service at 1-616-534-1463.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 91.67

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NHTSA ID: 17V642000
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