Recall 09V-291: 2009 Hme 1871

HME INCORPORATED recall for steering, reported to NHTSA on Jul 27, 2009, covering about 18 vehicles.

NHTSA number
09V-291
Report date
Jul 27, 2009
Vehicles affected
18
Owners notified
Jul 20, 2009

The problem

Hme, inc. Is recalling 18 model year 2009 1871 fire trucks manufactured between january 21 and march 31, 2009. The steering angle sensor's (Sas) drive tab that was installed in the steering column assembly can break while driving.

The risk

A broken sas driving tab may result in unnecessary brake activation of a selected wheel during the ignition cycle in which the failure occurs, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.

The fix

Hme, inc. Will notify owners and the vehicles will be repaired free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during august 2009. Owners may contact hme at 1-616-534-1463 or meritor wabco vehicle control systems at 1-248-435-3605.

Notes

Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Recall details

ManufacturerHME INCORPORATED
ComponentSteering › Column
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number09V291000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Hme 18712009All 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 09V-291?

Hme, inc. Is recalling 18 model year 2009 1871 fire trucks manufactured between january 21 and march 31, 2009. The steering angle sensor's (Sas) drive tab that was installed in the steering column assembly can break while driving.

How is recall 09V-291 fixed?

Hme, inc. Will notify owners and the vehicles will be repaired free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during august 2009. Owners may contact hme at 1-616-534-1463 or meritor wabco vehicle control systems at 1-248-435-3605.

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.