01 / OFFICIAL CAMPAIGNS
2020 Hme AF1 recall campaigns
NHTSA 22V095000
- Component
- FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
- Report received
- February 18, 2022
- Potential units
- 9campaign-wide
Defect and consequence
Defect: HME, Inc. (HME) is recalling certain 2019-2021 AF1 and 1871 vehicles. The fuel tubes between the fuel rail and the injectors for cylinders four, five, and six may fatigue and crack, which can result in a high pressure fuel leak.
Why it matters: A high pressure fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will install new fuel tubes with vibration isolators, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a schedule for recall notification. Owners may contact HME customer service at 1-616-534-1463.
Owner notification: March 11, 2022 · Filing manufacturer: HME, Inc.
NHTSA 21V790000
- Component
- FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
- Report received
- October 11, 2021
- Potential units
- 245campaign-wide
Defect and consequence
Defect: HME, Inc. (HME) is recalling certain 2017-2020 Ahrens-Fox model 34 Type 3, Rescue, Pumper, Tanker, Aerial, CommFox, WolfSA Tanker, 1871-SFO, 1871-W, 1871-Spectr, and AF1 fire trucks. The sealing washer may not seat correctly in the pilot boreholes, allowing the high-pressure fuel rail assembly to leak.
Why it matters: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the rail threads and fuel lines, and replace the rail as necessary, free of charge. Owners were notified on January 20, 2021. Owners may contact HME's customer service at 1-616-534-1463.
Owner notification: January 20, 2022 · Filing manufacturer: HME, Inc.
NHTSA 21V283000
- Component
- EQUIPMENT
- Report received
- April 22, 2021
- Potential units
- 8campaign-wide
Defect and consequence
Defect: HME, Inc. (HME) is recalling certain 2016-2021 AF1 and 1871 vehicles. The self-leveling function may malfunction, causing the aerial bucket to move beyond the level position.
Why it matters: Unexpected movement of the aerial bucket increases the risk of an injury.
Remedy
HME will reprogram the aerial controls and modify the hydraulic system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 2, 2021. Owners may contact HME customer service at 1-616-534-1463.
Owner notification: June 2, 2021 · Filing manufacturer: HME, Inc.
NHTSA 21V282000
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Report received
- April 22, 2021
- Potential units
- 30campaign-wide
Defect and consequence
Defect: HME, Inc. (HME) is recalling certain 2013-2021 AF1, 1871, and SFO vehicles. Insufficient voltage and/or cracked wiring insulation may cause the aerial controls system to fail.
Why it matters: Exposed wires can create a shock risk to the vehicle operator.
Remedy
HME will inspect and service all affected vehicles, including installation of new and replacement aerial components, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a schedule for recall notification. Owners may contact HME customer service at 1-616-534-1463.
Owner notification: June 2, 2021 · Filing manufacturer: HME, Inc.
NHTSA 20V104000
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Report received
- February 24, 2020
- Potential units
- 174campaign-wide
Defect and consequence
Defect: HME, Inc. (HME) is recalling certain 2016-2020 AF1, 1871 and SFO emergency vehicles. The fuse box may be missing an O-Ring seal, potentially allowing moisture or contaminants into the fuse box.
Why it matters: If moisture or contaminants enter the fuse box, the fuse box may overheat or malfunction, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
HME will notify owners and will provide replacement fuse boxes, free of charge. The recall began May 18, 2020. Owners may contact HME customer service at 1-616-534-1463.
Owner notification: May 18, 2020 · Filing manufacturer: HME, Inc.
02 / COMPONENT BREADTH