CarRecallWatch- Component
- STEERING; STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
- Problem
- Oshkosh Corporation (Oshkosh) is recalling certain 2018-2019 S-Series Mixer vehicles equipped with Cummins X12 engines with two hydraulic lines. The hydraulic hoses may have been unintentionally switched and installed to the wrong location, which can cause a loss of hydraulic assist steering.
- Risk
- Loss of hydraulic assist steering may make it difficult to steer the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Oshkosh will notify owners, and Oshkosh S-Series Service will correct any improperly installed hoses, free of charge. The recall began August 12, 2019. Owners may contact Oshkosh customer service at 1-888-686-7278.
- 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
Some 2018-2019 Oshkosh S-Series mixer vehicles with Cummins X12 engines may have two hydraulic lines that were installed in the wrong locations. The hoses may have been unintentionally switched during assembly, which can cause a loss of hydraulic power-assist steering.
If the power steering assist is lost, the vehicle may be difficult to steer, which increases the risk of a crash. Owners of affected vehicles should take this seriously and arrange for the repair promptly.
Oshkosh will notify owners, and Oshkosh S-Series Service will correct any improperly installed hoses free of charge. You can contact Oshkosh customer service at 1-888-686-7278 and check your VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Oshkosh S-Series | 20182019 |
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