NHTSA Recall 09V291000: Column (steering)
HME INCORPORATED reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 18 vehicles. It affects 2009 Hme 1871.
| NHTSA campaign | 09V291000 |
|---|---|
| Component | STEERING › COLUMN |
| Report received | July 27, 2009 |
| Owner notification | July 20, 2009 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Hme, inc. Is recalling 18 model year 2009 1871 fire trucks manufactured between january 21 and march 31, 2009. The steering angle sensor's (sas) drive tab that was installed in the steering column assembly can break while driving.
Safety risk
A broken sas driving tab may result in unnecessary brake activation of a selected wheel during the ignition cycle in which the failure occurs, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Hme, inc. Will notify owners and the vehicles will be repaired free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during august 2009. Owners may contact hme at 1-616-534-1463 or meritor wabco vehicle control systems at 1-248-435-3605.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 09V291000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Hme 1871 | 2009 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.