Defect Description For Recall
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.
Make Of Vehicle
MAINTAINER
Model Of Vehicle
Service/MECHANICBODY FORD
Year
2018
Recall Campaign Number
18V669000
Component Description
Equipment
Effect Of Defect
Interference With The Front Axle Driveshaft Could Cause The Drive Shaft To Separate, Resulting In Damage To Other Nearby Components, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
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.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Maintainer Corporation Of Iowa, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20171212
End Of Manufacture
20180917
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
32
Date Owners Notified
20181009
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Maintainer Corporation Of Iowa, Inc.
Date Report Received
20180925