Rosenbauer Commander, Warrior +1 more: Steering — rack and pinion

Affects Rosenbauer Commander, Warrior, Avenger · 2013–2021 — about 127 vehicles.

The hazard

A fractured drive pinion may contact the brake drop hose, and unintentionally engage the parking brake without detection, or without the brake lights activating, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Meritor will inspect and replace the drive pinion, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 27, 2022. Owners may contact Rosenbauer customer service at 1-651-462-1000.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational