Recall 91V-221: 1991 Oshkosh HB Series, 1991 Oshkosh Multi-Purpose

OSHKOSH TRUCK CORPORATION recall for wheels, reported to NHTSA on Dec 30, 1991, covering about 42 vehicles.

NHTSA number
91V-221
Report date
Dec 30, 1991
Vehicles affected
42
Owners notified
Jan 10, 1992

The problem

The wheel stud used for the hubs on the rear-steer wheels has a diameter too small to handle the maximum recommended torque, and will suffer from a fatigue failure from the cyclic stresses of vehicle use and the torquing of the wheel nut.

The risk

Failure of one wheel stud can lead to subsequent failuresof all the studs on the hub, leading to separation of the wheel and tireassembly from a vehicle, resulting in loss of steering control and an accident.

The fix

Replace the wheel stud with a newer, wider diameter wheel stud.

Notes

System: wheels.vehicle description: heavy trucks with rear-steer axles used as snow blowers orsnow plows.

Recall details

ManufacturerOSHKOSH TRUCK CORPORATION
ComponentWheels › Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/Studs
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number91V221000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Oshkosh HB Series1991All years
Oshkosh Multi-Purpose1991All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 91V-221?

The wheel stud used for the hubs on the rear-steer wheels has a diameter too small to handle the maximum recommended torque, and will suffer from a fatigue failure from the cyclic stresses of vehicle use and the torquing of the wheel nut.

How is recall 91V-221 fixed?

Replace the wheel stud with a newer, wider diameter wheel stud.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.