NHTSA Recall 19V486000
Filed by Oshkosh Corporation. Component: Steering. Reported 2019-06-21. An estimated 72 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
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.
What the manufacturer will do
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.