Defect: HME, Inc. (HME) is recalling certain 2013-2021 AF1, 1871, and SFO vehicles. Insufficient voltage and/or cracked wiring insulation may cause the aerial controls system to fail.
Consequence: Exposed wires can create a shock risk to the vehicle operator.
Remedy: HME will inspect and service all affected vehicles, including installation of new and replacement aerial components, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a schedule for recall notification. Owners may contact HME customer service at 1-616-534-1463.
Defect: 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: 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.
Remedy: 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.
Defect: HME, Inc. (HME) is recalling one 2015 SFO fire service chassis vehicle manufactured on July 31, 2015 and equipped with a drive axle manufactured by Marmon-Herrington. The affected axle may have hex nuts on the flange yoke that may not have been properly tightened.
Consequence: If the hex nuts are not tightened to specification, the driveshaft may disconnect from the drive axle, resulting in a loss of propulsion and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: HME will notify the owner, and a dealer will inspect the torque and if necessary tighten the bolts, free of charge. The recall began on February 24, 2016. Owners may contact HME customer service at 1-616-534-1463.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
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