HME 1871 2020: EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:BOOM/CRANE/LADDER:MOTOR/HYDRAULIC PUMP

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 21V283000

Make Model Year
HME 1871 2020
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2021-06-02 2021-04-22 2021-04-23

Manufacturers Involved: HME, Inc.

Component: EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:BOOM/CRANE/LADDER:MOTOR/HYDRAULIC PUMP

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 8

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

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.

Consequence

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.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov.