2017 Hme 1871 Problems: 0 Complaints, 5 Recalls

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Fuel system, diesel: fuel injection system: fuel railReported October 11, 2021 · 245 vehicles affected

What is wrong: HME, Inc. (HME) is recalling certain 2017-2020 Ahrens-Fox model 34 Type 3, Rescue, Pumper, Tanker, Aerial, CommFox, WolfSA Tanker, 1871-SFO, 1871-W, 1871-Spectr, and AF1 fire trucks. 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: Dealers will inspect the rail threads and fuel lines, and replace the rail as necessary, free of charge. Owners were notified on January 20, 2021. Owners may contact HME's customer service at 1‑616‑534‑1463.

Recall number 21V790000 · Recall details

Electrical system: wiringReported April 22, 2021 · 30 vehicles affected

What is wrong: HME, Inc. (HME) is recalling certain 2013-2021 AF1, 1871, and SFO vehicles. Insufficient voltage and/or cracked wiring insulation may cause the aerial controls system to fail.
Risk: Exposed wires can create a shock risk to the vehicle operator.
Remedy: HME will inspect and service all affected vehicles, including installation of new and replacement aerial components, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a schedule for recall notification. Owners may contact HME customer service at 1‑616‑534‑1463.

Recall number 21V282000 · Recall details

Equipment: mechanical: boom/crane/ladder: motor/hydraulic pumpReported April 22, 2021 · 8 vehicles affected

What is wrong: HME, Inc. (HME) is recalling certain 2016-2021 AF1 and 1871 vehicles. The self-leveling function may malfunction, causing the aerial bucket to move beyond the level position.
Risk: Unexpected movement of the aerial bucket increases the risk of an injury.
Remedy: HME will reprogram the aerial controls and modify the hydraulic system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 2, 2021. Owners may contact HME customer service at 1‑616‑534‑1463.

Recall number 21V283000 · Recall details

Electrical system: wiring: fuses and circuit breakersReported February 24, 2020 · 174 vehicles affected

What is wrong: HME, Inc. (HME) is recalling certain 2016-2020 AF1, 1871 and SFO emergency vehicles. The fuse box may be missing an O-Ring seal, potentially allowing moisture or contaminants into the fuse box.
Risk: If moisture or contaminants enter the fuse box, the fuse box may overheat or malfunction, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: HME will notify owners and will provide replacement fuse boxes, free of charge. The recall began May 18, 2020. Owners may contact HME customer service at 1‑616‑534‑1463.

Recall number 20V104000 · Recall details

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsReported January 11, 2019 · 46 vehicles affected

What is wrong: HME, Inc (HME) is recalling certain 2017-2018 1871 vehicles, equipped with Whelen accessory brake lights. Depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, the brake lights may falsely illuminate even without the brake pedal being pressed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: If the brake lights falsely illuminate, other drivers could become confused, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: HME will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Whelen brake lights, free of charge. The recall began March 6, 2019. Owners may contact HME's customer service at 1‑616‑534‑1463.

Recall number 19V028000 · Recall details

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Is the 2017 Hme 1871 reliable?

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5 recalls, covering fuel system, diesel, electrical system and equipment.

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