NHTSA Recall 99V014004
NHTSA Campaign Id 99V014004; Date: Sep. 29, 1999
If the spindle fails, a loss of driver control could occur, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
1999 HME Fire Truck
Component: Suspension:front:wheel Bearing
Manufactured by: Hme, Incorporated
Affected Units:: 17
Recall Summary:
Vehicle description: fire trucks equipped with 16,000 lb. , 18,000 lb. , or 20,000 lb. Heavy duty steering axles. The inner wheel bearing cone for the steering axle wheel hub assembly does not properly fit onto the steering axle spindle assembly. Improper fit of the bearing to the spindle increases the stress levels to the steering axle spindle which could cause spindle failure.
How to Fix:
Dealers will remove the left and right hub/drum assemblies from the steering axles and replace the inner wheel bearing cones and cups.
Recall Notes:
Owner notification began during seprember 1999. 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 hme at 1-616-534-1463. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Sep 23, 1999
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