NHTSA recall 10V031000
Equipment
Oshkosh H-Series Snow Blower
Reported Feb 1, 2010133 vehicles affectedOSHKOSH CORPORATIONMaker’s number 39-0520270Built Aug 20, 2008 – Jan 22, 2010
The defect
Oshkosh IS recalling certain model year 2008 through 2010 oshkosh h-series snow blowers operated on public roads manufactured between august 20, 2008, and january 22, 2010. an electrical power cable may come in contact with a hydraulic hose. rubbing may wear away the electrical power cable insulation and the hose body. eventually the power cable interference may cause sparks and arcing.
The risk
If this occurs an electrical fire may occur.
The remedy
Oshkosh will notify owners and repair the vehicles free of charge. the safety recall began on march 1, 2010. owners may contact oshkosh customer service toll free at 1-800-222-6635.