Recall 99V-014: 1999 Hme Fire Truck
HME, INCORPORATED recall for suspension, reported to NHTSA on Sep 29, 1999, covering about 17 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: fire trucks equipped with 16,000 lb., 18,000 lb., or 20,000 lb. Heavy duty steering axles. The inner wheel bearing cone for the steering axle wheel hub assembly does not properly fit onto the steering axle spindle assembly. Improper fit of the bearing to the spindle increases the stress levels to the steering axle spindle which could cause spindle failure.
The risk
If the spindle fails, a loss of driver control could occur, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
The fix
Dealers will remove the left and right hub/drum assemblies from the steering axles and replace the inner wheel bearing cones and cups.
Notes
Owner notification began during seprember 1999. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact hme at 1-616-534-1463. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | HME, INCORPORATED |
|---|---|
| Component | Suspension › Front › Wheel Bearing |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 99V014004 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hme Fire Truck | 1999 | All 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 99V-014?
Vehicle description: fire trucks equipped with 16,000 lb., 18,000 lb., or 20,000 lb. Heavy duty steering axles. The inner wheel bearing cone for the steering axle wheel hub assembly does not properly fit onto the steering axle spindle assembly. Improper fit of the bearing to the spindle increases the stress levels to the steering axle spindle which could cause spindle failure.
How is recall 99V-014 fixed?
Dealers will remove the left and right hub/drum assemblies from the steering axles and replace the inner wheel bearing cones and cups.
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.