NHTSA recall 15E009000 · Equipment
Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Pump
Reported Feb 18, 2015177 vehicles affectedGillig LLCBuilt Jan 1, 2011 – Nov 1, 2014
The defect
Gillig LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain S26 Eaton-brand hydraulic pumps manufactured January 1, 2011, to November 1, 2014 that were sold through Gillig's aftermarket parts department. The affected hydraulic pumps may have manufacturing inconsistencies with the spool assembly which may result in unexpected changes in the steering effort.
The risk
Unexpected changes in steering effort may cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
The remedy
Gillig will notify owners and will replace the pump, free of charge. The recall began on March 4, 2015. Owners may contact Gillig customer service at 1-800-735-1500.