NHTSA Recall 22V461000
Filed by Custom Fire Apparatus, Inc.. Component: Steering. Reported 2022-06-28. An estimated 1 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
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.
What the manufacturer will do
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.
Manufacturer campaign number: 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.