NHTSA Recall 16V002000: Axle assembly (power train)
HME, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1 vehicles. It affects 2015 Hme Sfo.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V002000 |
|---|---|
| Component | POWER TRAIN › AXLE ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | January 5, 2016 |
| Owner notification | February 24, 2016 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety risk
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.
Remedy
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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 16V002000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Hme Sfo | 2015 |
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.