2018 Maintainer Service/Mechanicbody Ford | 2017 Maintainer Service/Mechanicbody Ford — Equipment
Published October 1, 2018 · Recall initiated: September 25, 2018
Summary
NHTSA records recall 18V669000, published October 1, 2018 and initiated September 25, 2018. Recalling firm: Maintainer Corporation of Iowa, Inc.; 2018 Maintainer Service/Mechanicbody Ford | 2017 Maintainer Service/Mechanicbody Ford — Equipment.
What's the hazard
Maintainer Corporation of Iowa, Inc. (Maintainer) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Maintainer Service Mechanic Bodies mounted on Ford F-Series Super Duty trucks. These vehicles have a FORCE America Hydraulic pump that can interfere with the front axle driveshaft when the front suspension is fully articulated, causing wear and the possible premature failure of the driveshaft.
What to do
Maintainer will notify owners, and dealers will replace the existing pump with a different brand hydraulic pump, and inspect the front axle driveshaft for damage, replacing it as needed, free of charge. The recall began October 9, 2018. Owners may contact Maintainer customer service at 1-800-831-8588.
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Recall details
- Brand
- MAINTAINER
- Model
- SERVICE/MECHANICBODY FORD
- Manufacturer
- Maintainer Corporation of Iowa, Inc.
- Lot
- 2018 MAINTAINER SERVICE/MECHANICBODY FORD | 2017 MAINTAINER SERVICE/MECHANICBODY FORD
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2018 Maintainer Service/Mechanicbody Ford | 2017 Maintainer Service/Mechanicbody Ford — Equipment recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 18V669000 on October 1, 2018. Reported hazard: Maintainer Corporation of Iowa, Inc. (Maintainer) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Maintainer Service Mechanic Bodies mounted on Ford F-Series Super Duty trucks. These vehicles have a FORCE America Hydraulic pump that can interfere with the front axle driveshaft when the front suspension is fully articulated, causing wear and the possible premature failure of the driveshaft.
What should I do if I have this product?
Maintainer will notify owners, and dealers will replace the existing pump with a different brand hydraulic pump, and inspect the front axle driveshaft for damage, replacing it as needed, free of charge. The recall began October 9, 2018. Owners may contact Maintainer customer service at 1-800-831-8588.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: MAINTAINER. Model: SERVICE/MECHANICBODY FORD.