The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·17V254000·Announced 2017-04-17

Rosenbauer Commander Recall for Front Suspension Ball Joint Separation Risk

Rosenbauer is recalling 2012-2017 Commander vehicles because front suspension ball joints can loosen and separate, potentially causing a loss of steering control.

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 (suspension ball joint separation) that can lead to loss of steering control and increased crash risk, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Rosenbauer Motors is recalling certain 2012-2017 Commander vehicles due to a defect in the independent front suspension (IFS) modules. The ball joints on these modules can loosen and separate, which may lead to a partial loss of steering.

A separated ball joint can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash. The recall affects 34 vehicles.

Rosenbauer will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, clean, and secure the ball joint free of charge. The recall began on May 12, 2017. Owners may contact Rosenbauer customer service at 1-651-462-1000 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
ROSENBAUER COMMANDER
Brand
ROSENBAUER
Manufacturer
Rosenbauer Motors
Category
Vehicle — Fire Apparatus
Hazard
Affected units
34

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)

  • COMMANDER

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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