Steering: hydraulic power assist: pump
- Component
- Steering: hydraulic power assist: pump
- Manufacturer
- Sutphen Corporation
- Vehicles affected
- 20
- Reported to NHTSA
- 2021-11-17
- Owners notified
- 2022-07-01
Defect description
Sutphen Corporation (Sutphen) is recalling certain 2020 Sutphen Fire trucks. Pressure may build in the power steering pump and break the shaft seal, resulting in a loss of power steering assist.
Safety risk
A loss of power steering assist can increase the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will inspect the power steering pump serial numbers, and the affected pumps will be replaced, free of charge. Owners may contact Sutphen customer service at 1-614-889-1005.