2012–2017 Rosenbauer Commander recall: suspension
⚠️ What's wrong
Rosenbauer Motors (Rosenbauer) is recalling certain 2012-2017 Commander vehicles. The ball joints on the independent front suspension (IFS) modules can loosen and separate, leading to a partial loss of steering.
💥 The risk
A separated ball joint can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
🔧 The fix
Rosenbauer will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, clean and secure the ball joint free of charge. The recall began on May 12, 2017. Owners may contact Rosenbauer customer service at 1-651-462-1000.
Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
- NHTSA campaign
- 17V254000
- Manufacturer
- Rosenbauer Motors
- Vehicles affected
- 34
- Component
- SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM
- NHTSA hotline
- 1-888-327-4236
- Owner letters mailed
- May 12, 2017
- Built
- Nov 14, 2012 – Feb 17, 2017
- Recall started by
- MFR
- 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.