HME, Inc.: Safety Recalls in 2021
Updated on March 19, 2026.
There were 6 safety recalls made by HME, Inc. in 2021. See the details of the recalls below.
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Data Source: NHTSA.
October 15, 2021
(Campaign #: 21V-398)
Flanged Wheel Lug Nuts Improperly Tightened
HME, Inc. (HME) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Ram 5500 emergency vehicles. The flanged wheel lug nuts may have been over-tightened during service.
NHTSA ID: 21V807000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 5
Consequence Summary:
An over-tightened lug nut may cause the wheel stud to break, resulting in wheel separation and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will update the torque specification in the owner's manual and other published service documents. Dealers will also inspect the vehicle's wheel studs, replacing them if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on February 25, 2022. Owners may contact HME's customer service at 1-616-534-1463.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
October 15, 2021
(Campaign #: 21V-439)
Engine Calibration May Not Warn of Low Oil Volume
HME, Inc. (HME) is recalling certain 2019 Ram 5500 emergency vehicles. The engine calibration software may not warn about low oil volume.
NHTSA ID: 21V808000
Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
# of Units Affected: 3
Consequence Summary:
Low oil can damage the engine, causing an oil leak or a punctured engine block, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
On behalf of HME, FCA dealers will update the engine calibration software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 25, 2022. Owners may contact HME's customer service at 1-616-534-1463.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
October 12, 2021
(Campaign #: Emission 21E01)
Malfunction Indicator Light May Not Illuminate
HME, Inc. (HME) is recalling one 2014 Ford F-550 emergency vehicle. The on-board diagnostic system may not illuminate the malfunction indicator light (MIL) on the dashboard to alert the operator when certain faults are present in the vehicle's emissions control system.
NHTSA ID: 21V791000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 8
Consequence Summary:
The driver may be unaware of issues with the emissions system, which could result in a loss of drive power and increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will reprogram the PCM, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 20, 2022. Owners may contact HME's customer service at 1-616-534-1463.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 87.5
October 11, 2021
(Campaign #: 21E-032)
High Pressure Fuel Rail Assembly May Leak Fuel
HME, Inc. (HME) is recalling certain 2017-2020 Ahrens-Fox model 34 Type 3, Rescue, Pumper, Tanker, Aerial, CommFox, WolfSA Tanker, 1871-SFO, 1871-W, 1871-Spectr, and AF1 fire trucks. The sealing washer may not seat correctly in the pilot boreholes, allowing the high-pressure fuel rail assembly to leak.
NHTSA ID: 21V790000
Component: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
# of Units Affected: 245
Consequence Summary:
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will inspect the rail threads and fuel lines, and replace the rail as necessary, free of charge. Owners were notified on January 20, 2021. Owners may contact HME's customer service at 1-616-534-1463.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
April 22, 2021
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Aerial Controls System Exposed Wiring
HME, Inc. (HME) is recalling certain 2013-2021 AF1, 1871, and SFO vehicles. Insufficient voltage and/or cracked wiring insulation may cause the aerial controls system to fail.
NHTSA ID: 21V282000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 30
Consequence Summary:
Exposed wires can create a shock risk to the vehicle operator.
Corrective Action:
HME will inspect and service all affected vehicles, including installation of new and replacement aerial components, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a schedule for recall notification. Owners may contact HME customer service at 1-616-534-1463.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
April 22, 2021
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Aerial Bucket Self-Leveling May Malfunction
HME, Inc. (HME) is recalling certain 2016-2021 AF1 and 1871 vehicles. The self-leveling function may malfunction, causing the aerial bucket to move beyond the level position.
NHTSA ID: 21V283000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 8
Consequence Summary:
Unexpected movement of the aerial bucket increases the risk of an injury.
Corrective Action:
HME will reprogram the aerial controls and modify the hydraulic system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 2, 2021. Owners may contact HME customer service at 1-616-534-1463.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
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