The worst 2018 Custom Fire Peterbilt 348 problems
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Recalls 2
Steering: linkages: knuckle: spindle: arm
- What is wrong
- Custom Fire Apparatus, Inc. (Custom Fire) is recalling one 2018 Peterbilt 348 fire truck. The Dana D-series axle steering arm fasteners that attach the steering arm to the steering knuckle may fail.
- Risk
- Steering arm fastener failure can result in a loss of steering control, and increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace and tighten the steer arm fasteners, free of charge. The owner notification letter was mailed November 8, 2022. Owners may contact Custom Fire's customer service at 1‑800‑443‑8851. Custom Fire's number for this recall is 22V277.
Recall number 22V461000 · Recall details
Fuel system, diesel: fuel injection system: fuel rail
- What is wrong
- Custom Fire Apparatus, Inc. (Custom Fire) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Peterbilt 348, Freightliner M2, Kenworth T370, and T880 emergency vehicles equipped with Cummins L9 diesel engines. The sealing washer may not seat correctly in the pilot boreholes, allowing the high-pressure fuel rail assembly to leak.
- Risk
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Cummins will inspect the rail threads and fuel lines, and replace the rail as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 9, 2021. Owners may contact Custom Fire's customer service at 1‑715‑294‑2555.
Recall number 21V620000 · Recall details
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Is the 2018 Custom Fire Peterbilt 348 reliable?
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How many recalls does the 2018 Custom Fire Peterbilt 348 have?
2 recalls, covering steering and fuel system, diesel.
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