Recall 01V-044: 1999–2001 Oshkosh F, 2000–2001 Oshkosh H and 8 more
OSHKOSH TRUCK CORPORATION recall for steering, reported to NHTSA on Jul 11, 2001, covering about 321 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: airport support, snow removal, concrete carrier, and military vehicles equipped with drag link assemblies containing 24-dl model ball sockets and manufactured by trw. Certain of the tie rod ball-socket bearings have a below-specification case depth and/or hardness, which can lead to premature wear of the socket.
The risk
If this condition occurs, the driver can lose partial control of the right front wheel, possibly resulting in a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the defective drag links. Owner notification is expected to begin during july/august 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact oshkosh at 1-920-235-9151 trw customer service at 1-866-280-3287.
Notes
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | OSHKOSH TRUCK CORPORATION |
|---|---|
| Component | Steering › Linkages › Tie Rod Assembly |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 01V044014 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Oshkosh F | 1999, 2000, 2001 | All years |
| Oshkosh H | 2000, 2001 | All years |
| Oshkosh H Series | 1999 | All years |
| Oshkosh Military Hemtt | 1999 | All years |
| Oshkosh Military PLS | 1999 | All years |
| Oshkosh P | 2000, 2001 | All years |
| Oshkosh P Series | 1999 | All years |
| Oshkosh S | 1999, 2000, 2001 | All years |
| Oshkosh T | 2000, 2001 | All years |
| Oshkosh T Series | 1999 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 01V-044?
Vehicle description: airport support, snow removal, concrete carrier, and military vehicles equipped with drag link assemblies containing 24-dl model ball sockets and manufactured by trw. Certain of the tie rod ball-socket bearings have a below-specification case depth and/or hardness, which can lead to premature wear of the socket.
How is recall 01V-044 fixed?
Dealers will replace the defective drag links. Owner notification is expected to begin during july/august 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact oshkosh at 1-920-235-9151 trw customer service at 1-866-280-3287.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.