The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·15V598000·Announced 2015-09-24

E-One Recalls 2013-2014 Emergency Vehicles Due to Suspension Defect

E-One is recalling 2013-2014 Typhoon, Cyclone II, and Quest emergency vehicles because loose front suspension ball joints could separate, causing loss of steering control.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (suspension assembly) that could cause a loss of steering control, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

E-One Incorporated is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Typhoon, Cyclone II, and Quest emergency vehicles manufactured between August 2, 2013, and December 16, 2014. The recall addresses a defect in the front independent suspension assemblies where ball joints may be loose.

If these ball joints separate, the vehicle could lose steering control, which increases the risk of a crash. The recall began on October 9, 2015.

E-One will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the suspension assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact E-One customer service at 1-800-627-5050 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
E-ONE QUEST, TYPHOON, CYCLONE II
Brand
E-ONE
Manufacturer
E-One Incorporated
Category
Vehicle — Emergency Vehicle
Hazard
Affected units
9

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 (3)

  • QUEST
  • TYPHOON
  • CYCLONE II

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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