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Custom Fire Peterbilt 348 Recall 22V461: Steering arm bolts may fail, causing loss of steering

NHTSA campaign 22V461, reported June 28, 2022, 1 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

The steering arm fasteners that attach the steering arm to the steering knuckle on the front axle may fail. This affects the steering arm mounting hardware on a Dana D-series axle.

If these fasteners fail, the driver can lose steering control, which increases the risk of a crash. Owners should treat this as a serious safety issue and have the vehicle inspected promptly.

The repair is free. Dealers will replace and tighten the steering arm fasteners at no charge. Owners who received the notification letter mailed November 8, 2022 can contact Custom Fire's customer service at 1-800-443-8851, referencing recall 22V277. You can also check your VIN for open recalls.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 22V461Custom Fire Apparatus, Inc.
Component
STEERING:LINKAGES:KNUCKLE:SPINDLE:ARM
Problem
Custom Fire Apparatus, Inc. (Custom Fire) is recalling one 2018 Peterbilt 348 fire truck. The Dana D-series axle steering arm fasteners that attach the steering arm to the steering knuckle may fail.
Risk
Steering arm fastener failure can result in a loss of steering control, and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace and tighten the steer arm fasteners, free of charge. The owner notification letter was mailed November 8, 2022. Owners may contact Custom Fire's customer service at 1-800-443-8851. Custom Fire's number for this recall is 22V277.
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.nhtsa.gov.

Affected vehicles

Custom Fire Peterbilt 3482018