There have been 5 safety recalls for the Oshkosh B Series. The most recent recalls are shown below. Table 1 and Table 2 show the historical recalls and the recall statistics by the model year of the Oshkosh B Series.
Persons exiting the cab can trip and fall on upturnededges. Also, fatigue or broken bolts could cause the steps to break away at thetime that a person is entering or exiting the vehicles.
| Recalled Vehicles: 1975 Oshkosh B Series, 1976 Oshkosh B Series, 1977 Oshkosh B Series, 1978 Oshkosh B Series, 1979 Oshkosh B Series, 1980 Oshkosh B Series, 1981 Oshkosh B Series, 1982 Oshkosh B Series, 1983 Oshkosh B Series, 1983 Oshkosh S Series, 1984 Oshkosh S Series, 1985 Oshkosh S Series, 1986 Oshkosh S Series, 1987 Oshkosh S Series, 1988 Oshkosh S Series, 1989 Oshkosh S Series, 1990 Oshkosh S Series |
| Component: STRUCTURE |
| Recall Summary: Step tread was designed with an upturned edge. Also, incorrect bolts were used to attach the steps to vehicle; incorrect bolts may fatigue and break allowing the steps to separate from cab. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
| Recalled Vehicles: 1977 Oshkosh B Series, 1977 Oshkosh F Series, 1977 Oshkosh P Series |
| Component: STEERING |
| Recall Summary: Certain front drive steering assemblies may contain a faulty weld at the axle ball flange and housing connection. Consequence of defect: weld failure could result in complete separation of the wheel, tire, brake assembly, and steering knuckle, causing loss of control and potential vehicle ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
| Recalled Vehicles: 1978 Oshkosh B Series, 1979 Oshkosh B Series, 1980 Oshkosh B Series, 1981 Oshkosh B Series, 1982 Oshkosh B Series, 1983 Oshkosh B Series, 1984 Oshkosh B Series, 1978 Oshkosh S Series, 1979 Oshkosh S Series, 1980 Oshkosh S Series, 1981 Oshkosh S Series, 1982 Oshkosh S Series, 1983 Oshkosh S Series, 1984 Oshkosh S Series |
| Component: SUSPENSION:MULTIPLE AXLE |
| Recall Summary: These trucks were equipped with defective hydraulic pressure switches in the load span tag system. When a malfunction in this system occurs, axle to pavement pressure increases when vehicle is operated in an unloaded condition. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
| Recalled Vehicles: 1978 Oshkosh B Series, 1979 Oshkosh B Series, 1978 Oshkosh F Series, 1979 Oshkosh F Series, 1978 Oshkosh P Series, 1979 Oshkosh P Series |
| Component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DRUM |
| Recall Summary: The front brake assemblies installed on certain vehicles may have been incorrectly assembled. This defect will result in a degraded brake efficiency. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
| Recalled Vehicles: 1974 Oshkosh B Series, 1975 Oshkosh B Series, 1976 Oshkosh B Series, 1977 Oshkosh B Series, 1978 Oshkosh B Series, 1979 Oshkosh B Series |
| Component: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD |
| Recall Summary: In some vehicles, cracks may develop in the sheet metal around the windshield opening. Continued vehicle operation could result in progressive damage to the cab. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
| Date | Component | Vehicle Affected |
|---|---|---|
| Jun. 4, 1991 | Structure | 1,585 |
| Sep. 17, 1985 | Steering | 114 |
| Sep. 21, 1984 | Suspension:multiple Axle | 176 |
| Jun. 20, 1980 | Service Brakes, Air:drum | 486 |
| Feb. 11, 1980 | Visibility:windshield | 417 |
| Model | # Recalls |
|---|---|
| 1984 Oshkosh B Series | 1 |
| 1983 Oshkosh B Series | 2 |
| 1982 Oshkosh B Series | 2 |
| 1981 Oshkosh B Series | 2 |
| 1980 Oshkosh B Series | 2 |
| 1979 Oshkosh B Series | 4 |
| 1978 Oshkosh B Series | 4 |
| 1977 Oshkosh B Series | 3 |
| 1976 Oshkosh B Series | 2 |
| 1975 Oshkosh B Series | 2 |
| 1974 Oshkosh B Series | 1 |