Oshkosh S Series 1991

Model S Series made in 1991 by Oshkosh got 2 recalls. There were some recalls concerningservice brakes, air, structure.

Model 1991

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - ANTILOCK
91V194000OSHKOSH TRUCK CORPORATIONfrom 01/01/1991 to 07/01/1991V (Vehicle)10411/12/1991MFROSHKOSH CORPORATION11/04/199111/14/1991571121
Defect SummaryThe rear tandem axle brakes do not meet the service brake application time requirements of fmvss 121.
Consequence SummaryFailure to meet standards of fmvss 121 increases brakingdistance and increases the possibility of an accident.
Corrective SummaryThe o.625 inch nylon air tubing between the chassis air manifold and the tandem service relay will be replaced with .75 inch nylon tubing, which will allow brake system to meet the service brake application time requirements of fmvss 121.
NotesSystem: service brakes; fmvss 121.vehicle description: heavy trucks.
STRUCTURE - BODY
92V171000OSHKOSH TRUCK CORPORATION V (Vehicle)21612/04/1992MFROSHKOSH CORPORATION11/24/199212/01/1992
Defect SummaryThe stainless steel fasteners for the cab entry steps and grab handles can crack and break.
Consequence SummaryThe 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.
Corrective SummaryReplace 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.
NotesSystem: structure.vehicle description: heavy trucks with cab entry steps and grab handles.