E-one Pumper recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

October 13, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

E-One Incorporated recalls 2012–2016 E-one Pumper

Recall number

16V737000

Brand / firm

E-one

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 17 units

Why it was recalled

If the bearings or drive shafts loosen, parts may fall from the vehicle becoming road hazards, the pump may not function to assist in fire fighting or there may be a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

E-One Incorporated (E-One) is recalling certain model year 2012-2016 E-One Pumpers manufactured January 1, 2012, to June 23, 2016 and built on a Ford F-550 chassis modified to be equipped with driveline-driven ("split-shaft") pumps. The bearings and drive shafts of the pumps may loosen due to high vibration levels, such as those created when the vehicle is driven above 65 MPH.

What to do

E-One will notify owners, and Ford dealers will recalibrate the vehicle to be speed limited to 65 MPH, free of charge. The recall began on November 29, 2016. Owners may contact E-One customer service at 1-352-861-3612.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.