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2005-2006 Oshkosh S-Series recall: driveline

Oshkosh Truck Corporation reported this safety recall on October 12, 2006. It covers about 380 vehicles.

vehicles affected
380
reported
Oct 12, 2006
owners notified
Jan 15, 2007

Power train: driveline

What is wrong
On certain trucks equipped with arvinmeritor axle assemblies, the torque rod tower has a nonconforming location and weld. The weld can crack, leading to the tandem axle losing its anchor point, causing the driveline to bend to an angle outside its operating perimeters.
Risk
In turn, this can result in the driveline breaking or forcing the engine to stop. It is also possible for the tandem axle to drop to the ground and turn under the vehicle creating a condition that might include loss of vehicle control, which could result in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the torque towers on the rear tandem and, if cracks are found, the torque tower will be rewelded according to instructions. Oshkosh has telephoned all owners in september 2006, advising them that until the torque tower is rewelded, owners should inspect for cracks at the base of the torque towers on the rear tandem on a weekly basis. The recall began on january 15, 2007. Owners may contact oshkosh at 1‑920‑233‑9427.

Recall number 06V390000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 06V390000

Is there a recall on the 2005-2006 Oshkosh S-Series driveline?

Yes. Recall 06V390000, reported on October 12, 2006, covers about 380 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 06V390000?

Dealers will inspect the torque towers on the rear tandem and, if cracks are found, the torque tower will be rewelded according to instructions. Oshkosh has telephoned all owners in september 2006, advising them that until the torque tower is rewelded, owners should inspect for cracks at the base of the torque towers on the rear tandem on a weekly basis. The recall began on january 15, 2007. Owners may contact oshkosh at 1‑920‑233‑9427.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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