NHTSA Recall 22V461000: Arm (steering)
Custom Fire Apparatus, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1 vehicles. It affects 2018 Custom Fire Peterbilt 348.
| NHTSA campaign | 22V461000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 22V277 |
| Component | STEERING › LINKAGES › KNUCKLE › SPINDLE › ARM |
| Report received | June 28, 2022 |
| Owner notification | November 8, 2022 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Custom Fire Apparatus, Inc. (Custom Fire) is recalling one 2018 Peterbilt 348 fire truck. The Dana D-series axle steering arm fasteners that attach the steering arm to the steering knuckle may fail.
Safety risk
Steering arm fastener failure can result in a loss of steering control, and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace and tighten the steer arm fasteners, free of charge. The owner notification letter was mailed November 8, 2022. Owners may contact Custom Fire's customer service at 1-800-443-8851. Custom Fire's number for this recall is 22V277.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 22V461000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Custom Fire Peterbilt 348 | 2018 |
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.