Report Date
Feb 1, 2022
Component
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
Affected Vehicles
2
Defect Description
Seagrave Fire Apparatus, LLC (Seagrave) is recalling certain 2021 Capitol and Marauder vehicles equipped with Meritor 180 series drive pinions. The rear axle drive pinion may fracture.
Safety Consequence
A fractured drive pinion may contact the brake drop hose, and unintentionally engage the parking brake without detection or without the brake lights activating, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Meritor will inspect and replace the drive pinion, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 23, 2022. Owners may contact Seagrave customer service at 1-877-777-5360.
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.