CarRecallWatch- Component
- FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES
- Problem
- Oshkosh Corporation (Oshkosh) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 S-Series concrete mixers manufactured July 16, 2014, to June 30, 2015. The affected concrete mixers are powered with compressed natural gas (CNG) and are equipped with pressure relief devices (PRD) that may not function as designed, failing to vent a buildup of pressure, such as could occur if the CNG tank was exposed to fire.
- Risk
- If the PRD does not activate in the event of a buildup of pressure, the CNG tank may explode, increasing the risk of fire and injury.
- Remedy
- Oshkosh will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the PRD's, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on September 25, 2015. Owners may contact Oshkosh customer service at 1-888-686-7278. Oshkosh's number for this recall is Emcara 15E-059.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
Certain 2014-2015 S-Series concrete mixers powered by compressed natural gas (CNG) may have pressure relief devices that do not work as designed. If the CNG tank is exposed to fire and pressure builds up, the relief device may not activate to vent that pressure, and the tank could explode, increasing the risk of fire and injury.
Oshkosh will notify affected owners. Authorized dealers will inspect and replace the pressure relief devices as needed, at no charge to the owner. Owners may contact Oshkosh customer service at 1-888-686-7278 and should reference recall number 15E-059. You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Oshkosh S-Series | 20142015 |
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