NHTSA recall 92V171000
Structure › Body
Oshkosh S Series
Reported Nov 24, 1992216 vehicles affectedOSHKOSH TRUCK CORPORATION
The defect
The stainless steel fasteners for the cab entry steps and grab handles can crack and break.
The risk
The steps and grab handles can separate from the truckbody under load from cab occupants entering or exiting the cab, which couldresult in an injury to users.
The remedy
Replace the step and grab handle stainless steel fasteners with grade 5 zinc and yellow coated fasteners. Oshkosh will send the replacement fasteners to owners with the notification letters. Owners will be requested to replace the fasteners on their vehicles, and will be reimbursed for the labor to perform the repair.