Maintainer Service/Mechanicbody Ford recalled over injury risk

Recall date

September 25, 2018

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Maintainer Corporation of Iowa, Inc. recalls 2017–2018 Maintainer Service/Mechanicbody Ford

Recall number

18V669000

Brand / firm

Maintainer

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 32 units

Why it was recalled

Interference with the front axle driveshaft could cause the drive shaft to separate, resulting in damage to other nearby components, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Maintainer Corporation of Iowa, Inc. (Maintainer) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Maintainer Service Mechanic Bodies mounted on Ford F-Series Super Duty trucks. These vehicles have a FORCE America Hydraulic pump that can interfere with the front axle driveshaft when the front suspension is fully articulated, causing wear and the possible premature failure of the driveshaft.

What to do

Maintainer will notify owners, and dealers will replace the existing pump with a different brand hydraulic pump, and inspect the front axle driveshaft for damage, replacing it as needed, free of charge. The recall began October 9, 2018. Owners may contact Maintainer customer service at 1-800-831-8588.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.