4 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - EQUIPMENT
Posted on: 2018-05-18
Description
Mcneilus truck & manufacturing, inc. (mcneilus) is recalling certain 2008-2018 bridgemaster v concrete mixers equipped with an optional composite material hydraulic tank. The filler neck check valve may seal the tank too tightly, causing the tank to overpressurize and possibly rupture.
Consequence
If the tank ruptures it may cause hydraulic fluid to spill. The ruptured tank can cause injuries from plastic debris. The spilled hydraulic fluid could be hot which could cause burn injuries. If the vehicle is on the road when the tank ruptures, the tank pieces or spilled hydraulic fluid may cause a road hazard which could increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Mcneilus has notified owners, and dealers will replace the filler neck, free of charge. The recall began on june 4, 2018. Owners may contact mcneilus customer service at 1-888-686-7278. Mcneilus' number for the recall is vsr-tsb-018.
Notes
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.
DEFECT #2 - EQUIPMENT
Posted on: 2018-05-18
Description
Mcneilus truck & manufacturing, inc. (mcneilus) is recalling certain 2008-2018 bridgemaster v concrete mixers equipped with an optional composite material hydraulic tank. The filler neck check valve may seal the tank too tightly, causing the tank to overpressurize and possibly rupture.
Consequence
If the tank ruptures it may cause hydraulic fluid to spill. The ruptured tank can cause injuries from plastic debris. The spilled hydraulic fluid could be hot which could cause burn injuries. If the vehicle is on the road when the tank ruptures, the tank pieces or spilled hydraulic fluid may cause a road hazard which could increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Mcneilus has notified owners, and dealers will replace the filler neck, free of charge. The recall began on june 4, 2018. Owners may contact mcneilus customer service at 1-888-686-7278. Mcneilus' number for the recall is vsr-tsb-018.
Notes
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.
DEFECT #3 - FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES
Posted on: 2019-09-18
Description
Mcneilus truck & manufacturing, inc. (mcneilus) is recalling certain 2013-2018 bridgemaster mixer, standard mixer, model 49 autoreach side loader, model 48 zero radius side loader, model 78 meridian front loader, model 29 atlantic front loader, model 87 contender front loader, model 42 manual automated side loader, model 16 3.5 yard tg rear loader, model 11 heavy duty rear loader, model 66 40.60 split body rear loader, model 10 standard rear loader, model 12 tailgate tag axle rear loader, and model 13 high compaction rear loader vehicles. The vehicles are powered with compressed natural gas (cng) and are equipped with pressure relief devices (prd) that may not function as designed, failing to vent a buildup of pressure, such as could occur if the cng tank was exposed to fire.
Consequence
If the prd does not activate in the event of a buildup of pressure, the cng tank may explode, increasing the risk of fire and injury.
Corrective Action
Mcneilus will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the prd's, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began october 30, 2019. Owners may contact mcneilus customer service at 1-888-686-7278.
Notes
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.
DEFECT #4 - EQUIPMENT
Posted on: 2019-06-24
Description
Oshkosh corporation (oshkosh) is recalling certain 2018 mcneilus bridgemaster v concrete mixer vehicles previously recalled under 18v-322. The vehicles may have received an incorrect replacement part during the recall remedy. The filler neck check valve may seal the tank too tightly, causing the tank to overpressurize and possibly rupture.
Consequence
If the tank ruptures it may cause hydraulic fluid to spill. The ruptured tank can cause injuries from plastic debris. The spilled hydraulic fluid could be hot which could cause burn injuries. If the vehicle is on the road when the tank ruptures, the tank pieces or spilled hydraulic fluid may cause a road hazard which could increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Oshkosh will notify owners, and instruct owners to inspect the vehicle to determine which filler neck was received and installed as part of 18v-322. If found to be incorrect, dealers will replace the filler neck, free of charge. The recall began august 9, 2019. Owners may contact oshkosh customer service at 1-888-686-7278.
Notes
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.