CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- 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.
- 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 HME aerial fire apparatus vehicles may have insufficient voltage or cracked wiring insulation. This can cause the aerial controls system to fail. Exposed wires can also create a shock risk to the vehicle operator.
If your vehicle is affected, HME will inspect and service it free of charge, including installing new and replacement aerial components. The manufacturer has not yet provided a schedule for owner notification, so you may want to contact HME customer service directly at 1-616-534-1463 to ask about your vehicle.
You can also check your VIN for open recalls on the NHTSA website, and keep an eye out for an official notice from the manufacturer.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| HME 1871 | 201320142015201620172018201920202021 |
|---|---|
| HME AF1 | 201320142015201620172018201920202021 |
| HME SFO | 201320142015201620172018201920202021 |