The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·19V486000·Announced 2019-06-21

Oshkosh Recalls 2018-2019 S-Series Mixers Due to Steering Hose Error

Oshkosh is recalling 2018-2019 S-Series Mixer vehicles because hydraulic hoses may be installed incorrectly, causing loss of steering assist and increasing crash risk.

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 (steering system) that increases the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Oshkosh Corporation is recalling certain 2018-2019 S-Series Mixer vehicles equipped with Cummins X12 engines and two hydraulic lines. The recall addresses a defect where hydraulic hoses may have been unintentionally switched and installed in the wrong location.

This installation error can cause a loss of hydraulic assist steering. Loss of steering assist may make it difficult to steer the vehicle, which increases the risk of a crash.

Oshkosh will notify owners, and Oshkosh S-Series Service will correct any improperly installed hoses free of charge. The recall began on August 12, 2019. Owners may contact Oshkosh customer service 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
72

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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