Waterous Company: Safety Recalls in 2016

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There was 1 safety recall made by Waterous Company in 2016. See the detail of the recall below.

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Data Source: NHTSA.

June 23, 2016

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Transmission Power Output may not be Changed

Waterous Company (Waterous) is recalling certain Split-Shaft Transmission Shift Units manufactured April 9, 2015, to April 20, 2016. These shift units allow the user to select whether the Split-Shaft Transmission sends power to the wheels of an emergency response vehicle or powers an add-on unit such as a water pump used for fighting fires. A component within the shift unit may be damaged and as a result, the operator may not be able to switch the power output.

NHTSA ID: 16E059000

Component: POWER TRAIN

# of Units Affected: 1,557

Consequence Summary:

If the power output cannot be changed, once the fire truck arrives at the scene, it may not be able to pump water to aid in extinguishing the fire, increasing the risk of injury.

Corrective Action:

Waterous will notify the vehicle manufacturers that purchased the shift units and will work with them to remove, repair, and reinstall the shift units, free of charge. The recall began on July 22, 2016. Owners may contact Waterous customer service at 1-651-450-5067.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 52.79

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