NHTSAGeneral Alert
Oshkosh Corporation - Steering Gear Assembled Incorrectly
Published: May 31, 2024Recall ID: 24E041000Category: vehiclesCountry: US
Reason for Recall / Hazard
A fractured steering gear shaft can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Product Description & Identification
Oshkosh Corporation (Oshkosh) is recalling certain Shepphard Steering Gears, with part number 3875726, sold as replacement parts for certain S-Series vehicles. The steering gears may have been assembled incorrectly, which can cause the gear to fracture.
Affected Products
Steering Gear Assembled Incorrectly
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Subject | Steering Gear Assembled Incorrectly |
| Nhtsa id | 24E041000 |
| Recall link › Url | https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=24E041000 |
| Recall link › Description | Go to Recall |
| Recall type | Equipment |
| Do not drive | No |
| Manufacturer | Oshkosh Corporation |
| Defect summary | Oshkosh Corporation (Oshkosh) is recalling certain Shepphard Steering Gears, with part number 3875726, sold as replacement parts for certain S-Series vehicles. The steering gears may have been assembled incorrectly, which can cause the gear to fracture. |
| Completion rate | 0.93 |
| Corrective action | Oshkosh will work with the supplier, R.H. Sheppard, to inspect and replace the steering gears as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 1, 2024. Owners may contact Oshkosh's customer service at 1-888-686-7278. |
| Consequence summary | A fractured steering gear shaft can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Mfr campaign number | NR (Not Reported) |
| Potentially affected | 108 |
| Report received date | 2024-05-31T00:00:00.000 |
| Fire risk when parked | No |