Recall 17V642000 — STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY Defect in 2015-2015 HME SFO

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RECALL This recall affects up to 12 vehicles.

Recall Summary

NHTSA Campaign 17V642000
Manufacturer HME, Inc.
Vehicles Affected 12
Component STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
Date Notified
Affected Vehicles

Defect Description

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.

Safety 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.

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