The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·21V322000·Announced 2021-05-06

Oshkosh Recalls 2021 S-Series Vehicles Due to Axle Detachment Risk

Oshkosh is recalling 2021 S-Series vehicles because auxiliary axles may not be properly secured and could detach, increasing the risk of a crash.

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 (axle detachment) that can lead to loss of vehicle control and a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Oshkosh Corporation is recalling certain 2021 S-Series vehicles. The recall addresses a defect where the auxiliary axles may not have been properly secured, which could allow them to detach from the vehicle.

A detached axle may cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash. The source text does not report any specific injuries or fatalities associated with this defect.

Owners should contact Oshkosh customer services at 1-888-686-7278 to schedule a repair. A technician will inspect the vehicle and, as necessary, replace any improperly installed fasteners free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 26, 2021. Owners may also contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 or visit www.safercar.gov.

The recalled product

Product
OSHKOSH S-SERIES
Brand
OSHKOSH
Manufacturer
Oshkosh Corporation
Category
Vehicle — Truck
Hazard
Affected units
47

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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