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SevereNHTSA·13V651000·Announced 2013-12-30

Oshkosh Recalls 2013 S-Series Trucks Due to Brake Pedal Bracket Defect

Oshkosh is recalling 2013 S-Series ready mixed concrete trucks because missing lock washers may allow the brake pedal bracket to loosen, reducing braking capability.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect in the braking system that reduces braking capability and increases the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Oshkosh Corporation is recalling certain model year 2013 S-Series ready mixed concrete trucks manufactured between May 1, 2013, and November 27, 2013. The recall involves 126 vehicles where the brake pedal bracket may loosen due to missing lock washers.

A loose brake pedal bracket may allow the brake pedal to contact the floor of the cab. This condition would reduce the vehicle's braking capability and increase the risk of a crash.

Oshkosh will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and correct the brake pedal mounting assembly as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on February 7, 2014. Owners may contact Oshkosh at 1-888-686-7278 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
OSHKOSH S-SERIES
Brand
OSHKOSH
Manufacturer
Oshkosh Corporation
Category
Vehicle — Commercial Truck
Hazard
Affected units
126

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • S-SERIES

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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