Linkages: tie rod assemblyRecall 17V-642 · 2015 Hme SFO
HME, Inc. recall 17V-642 covers 12 2015 Hme SFO for a linkages: tie rod assembly problem, reported to NHTSA on October 12, 2017. The manufacturer's latest report (2019 Q1) shows 92% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 17V642000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
HME, Inc. (HME) is recalling certain 2015 Silverfox SFO fire emergency trucks equipped with certain Spicer D or E series steer axles. The castellated nut on the steer axles may not be properly torqued, allowing the tie rod to loosen.
The risk
If the tie rod loosens, it may disconnect from the steering knuckle, causing a complete loss of steering and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
HME will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the castellated nut and tie rod, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on October 24, 2017. Owners may contact HME customer service at 1-616-534-1463.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
92%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.