Hme Sfo recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

January 5, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

HME, Inc. recalls 2015 Hme Sfo

Recall number

16V002000

Brand / firm

Hme

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 1 units

Why it was recalled

If the hex nuts are not tightened to specification, the driveshaft may disconnect from the drive axle, resulting in a loss of propulsion and increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

HME, Inc. (HME) is recalling one 2015 SFO fire service chassis vehicle manufactured on July 31, 2015 and equipped with a drive axle manufactured by Marmon-Herrington. The affected axle may have hex nuts on the flange yoke that may not have been properly tightened.

What to do

HME will notify the owner, and a dealer will inspect the torque and if necessary tighten the bolts, free of charge. The recall began on February 24, 2016. Owners may contact HME customer service at 1-616-534-1463.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.