NHTSA Campaign Id 92V171000; Date: Nov. 24, 1992
The steps and grab handles can separate from the truckbody under load from cab occupants entering or exiting the cab, which couldresult in an injury to users.
1991 Oshkosh S Series; 1992 Oshkosh S Series
Component: Structure:body
Manufactured by: Oshkosh Truck Corporation
Affected Units:: 216
The stainless steel fasteners for the cab entry steps and grab handles can crack and break.
Replace the step and grab handle stainless steel fasteners with grade 5 zinc and yellow coated fasteners. Oshkosh will send the replacement fasteners to owners with the notification letters. Owners will be requested to replace the fasteners on their vehicles, and will be reimbursed for the labor to perform the repair.
System: structure. Vehicle description: heavy trucks with cab entry steps and grab handles.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Dec 4, 1992
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