CarRecallWatch- Component
- EQUIPMENT
- Problem
- Maintainer Corporation of Iowa, Inc. (Maintainer) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Maintainer Service Mechanic Bodies mounted on Ford F-Series Super Duty trucks. These vehicles have a FORCE America Hydraulic pump that can interfere with the front axle driveshaft when the front suspension is fully articulated, causing wear and the possible premature failure of the driveshaft.
- Risk
- Interference with the front axle driveshaft could cause the drive shaft to separate, resulting in damage to other nearby components, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Maintainer will notify owners, and dealers will replace the existing pump with a different brand hydraulic pump, and inspect the front axle driveshaft for damage, replacing it as needed, free of charge. The recall began October 9, 2018. Owners may contact Maintainer customer service at 1-800-831-8588.
- 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
A hydraulic pump installed in certain service mechanic bodies on Ford F-Series Super Duty trucks can rub against the front axle driveshaft when the front suspension is fully articulated. This interference causes wear and can lead to premature driveshaft failure.
If the driveshaft separates, it can damage other nearby components and increase the risk of a crash. Owners should contact Maintainer customer service at 1-800-831-8588 for more information. Check your vehicle's VIN for open recalls.
The repair is free. Authorized dealers will replace the existing pump with a hydraulic pump of a different brand and inspect the front axle driveshaft for damage, replacing it if needed.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Maintainer Service/Mechanicbody Ford | 20172018 |
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