MCNEILUS ATLANTIC FRONT LOADER 2019: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 19V485000

Make Model Year
MCNEILUS ATLANTIC FRONT LOADER 2019
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2019-08-12 2019-06-21 2019-06-24

Production Dates: 2019-01-28 - 2019-03-29

Manufacturers Involved: McNeilus Truck & Manufacturing, Inc.

Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 18

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Oshkosh Corporation "Oshkosh" is recalling certain 2019 McNeilus Meridian FEL, Atlantic FEL, Contender FEL refuse trucks. The battery cables may have been incorrectly routed and may rub against the fuse box bracket, causing the positive battery cable insulation to wear through.

Consequence

If the battery cable continues to rub against the fuse box bracket, it may short-circuit, increasing the risk of fire.

Remedy

Oshkosh will notify owners to inspect the battery box and reroute the battery cables to ensure they do not come into contact with the fuse box bracket or battery bolts. The recall began August 12, 2019. Owners may contact Oshkosh customer service at 1-888-686-7278.

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.