Loss of Drive Power from Software Error
Recall Information
| Manufacturer | Midwest Fire Equipment & Repair Company |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 23V624000 |
| Report Received Date | 9/7/2023 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Vehicles Affected | 19 |
| Completion Rate | 89.47% |
| Recall Category | Vehicle |
| Rework Status | Original |
| Software Recall | Yes |
| OTA Update | No |
Description
Midwest Fire Equipment & Repair Company (Midwest Fire) is recalling certain 2022-2023 All-Poly Series Tanker-Pumper fire trucks, equipped with a split-shaft transmission and a Class 1 Es-Key multiplex system. A software error may cause a shift from road gear to pump gear, resulting in a loss of drive power.
Issue
A sudden loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Consequence Summary
A sudden loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Midwest Fire will provide a USB and instructions to reprogram the multiplex system software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 6, 2023. Owners may contact Midwest's customer service at 1-800-344-2059.
