The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·24E041000·Announced 2024-05-31

Oshkosh Recalls Sheppard Steering Gears for S-Series Vehicles

Oshkosh is recalling certain Sheppard Steering Gears sold as replacement parts for S-Series vehicles because incorrect assembly may cause the gear to fracture.

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 gear fracture) that can cause loss of steering control and increase the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Oshkosh Corporation is recalling certain Sheppard Steering Gears, part number 3875726, which were sold as replacement parts for certain S-Series vehicles. The recall involves 108 units.

The steering gears may have been assembled incorrectly, which can cause the gear to fracture. A fractured steering gear shaft can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Oshkosh will work with the supplier, R.H. Sheppard, to inspect and replace the steering gears as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 1, 2024. Owners may contact Oshkosh's customer service at 1-888-686-7278 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
STEERING recall
Manufacturer
Oshkosh Corporation
Category
Vehicle — Steering Component
Hazard
Affected units
108

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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