2019 HME 1871 recalls
The 2019 HME 1871 is covered by 5 recall campaigns. Repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN to see which are still open.
| Campaign | Received | Component |
|---|---|---|
| 22V095000 | 2022-02-18 | Fuel System, Diesel › Fuel Injection System › Fuel Rail |
| 21V790000 | 2021-10-11 | Fuel System, Diesel › Fuel Injection System › Fuel Rail |
| 21V283000 | 2021-04-22 | Equipment › Mechanical › Boom/Crane/Ladder › Motor/Hydraulic Pump |
| 21V282000 | 2021-04-22 | Electrical System › Wiring |
| 20V104000 | 2020-02-24 | Electrical System › Wiring › Fuses And Circuit Breakers |
Each recall: problem, risk and fix
Fuel System, Diesel › Fuel Injection System › Fuel Rail (22V095000, 2022-02-18)
Problem: HME, Inc. (HME) is recalling certain 2019-2021 AF1 and 1871 vehicles. The fuel tubes between the fuel rail and the injectors for cylinders four, five, and six may fatigue and crack, which can result in a high pressure fuel leak.
Risk: A high pressure fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Free fix: Dealers will install new fuel tubes with vibration isolators, 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.
Fuel System, Diesel › Fuel Injection System › Fuel Rail (21V790000, 2021-10-11)
Problem: 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.
Free fix: 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.
Equipment › Mechanical › Boom/Crane/Ladder › Motor/Hydraulic Pump (21V283000, 2021-04-22)
Problem: 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.
Free fix: 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.
Electrical System › Wiring (21V282000, 2021-04-22)
Problem: 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.
Free fix: 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.
Electrical System › Wiring › Fuses And Circuit Breakers (20V104000, 2020-02-24)
Problem: 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.
Free fix: 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.
Other model years: 2016 · 2017 · 2021 · All HME 1871 recalls