Rosenbauer recall: Suspension
What is wrong
Rosenbauer Motors (Rosenbauer) is recalling certain 2012-2017 Commander vehicles. The ball joints on the independent front suspension (IFS) modules can loosen and separate, leading to a partial loss of steering.
What could happen
A separated ball joint can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Rosenbauer will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, clean and secure the ball joint free of charge. The recall began on May 12, 2017. Owners may contact Rosenbauer customer service at 1-651-462-1000.
Vehicles covered
- Rosenbauer Commander 2012–2017
Facts
- NHTSA recall number
- 17V254000
- Type
- Vehicle
- Filed by
- Rosenbauer Motors
- Reported to NHTSA
- Apr 17, 2017
- Owners notified
- May 12, 2017
- Vehicles or items affected
- 34
- Started by
- The manufacturer
- Built
- Nov 14, 2012 to Feb 17, 2017
- Part
- Suspension › Front › Control arm
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Other recalls for the same vehicles
- Rosenbauer recall: Wheels Oct 2, 2026
- Rosenbauer recall: Equipment Aug 3, 2026
- Rosenbauer recall: Electrical system Jul 21, 2025
- Rosenbauer recall: Suspension Aug 13, 2024
- Rosenbauer recall: Electrical system Dec 22, 2023
- Rosenbauer recall: Equipment Jul 31, 2023
To check one car, enter its 17-character VIN on the official NHTSA page: a recall may cover only some vehicles of a model year.
Recall data: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Nebula is not affiliated with or endorsed by NHTSA.