2013 ROSENBAUER COMMANDER
5 recalls — 0 complaints — 8 TSBs
22V025000 Jan 21, 2022
STEERING:RACK AND PINION
Defect Description
Rosenbauer America (Rosenbauer) is recalling certain 2021 Commander and Warrior vehicles equipped with Meritor 180 series drive pinions. The rear axle drive pinion may fracture.
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 on April 27, 2022. Owners may contact Rosenbauer customer service at 1-651-462-1000.
21V562000 Jul 23, 2021
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Defect Description
Rosenbauer America (Rosenbauer) is recalling certain 2012-2016 Commander and Warrior vehicles. The vehicle weight and tire pressure information may be incorrect on the certification label. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number ... Read more
Consequence
Incorrect tire pressure information can result in underinflated tires, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Rosenbauer will provide instructions on how to apply the corrected certificate label, incomplete vehicle document, mounting plate, and sun visor warning label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 5, 2022. Owners may contact Rosenbauer customer service at 1-651-462-1000.
17V254000 Apr 17, 2017
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM
Defect Description
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.
Consequence
A separated ball joint can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
16V353000 May 25, 2016
SEATS
Defect Description
Rosenbauer Motors (Rosenbauer) is recalling certain 2012-2016 Commander vehicles manufactured January 2, 2012, to May 16, 2016. The affected vehicles have Battalion air suspension seats that may separate from its base in a frontal collision. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirem... Read more
Consequence
If the seat detaches from its base in the event of a crash, there is an increased risk of injury to the occupant.
Remedy
Rosenbauer will notify owners, and dealers will attach two tethers from the seat to the cab, free of charge. The recall began on July 11, 2016. Owners may contact Rosenbauer customer service at 1-651-462-1000.
16V157000 Mar 17, 2016
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
Defect Description
Rosenbauer Motors (Rosenbauer) is recalling certain 2012-2015 Commander vehicles manufactured January 1, 2012, to May 1, 2015. The brake pedal piston on the affected vehicles may corrode, causing the brake pedal to stick or be difficult to activate.
Consequence
If the piston corrodes, the brakes may be difficult to activate or the brakes may drag and overheat. Either scenario can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Rosenbauer will notify owners, and dealers will install a solid spacer plate, pedal base, piston and piston seal, sealing this assembly to prevent contamination, free of charge. The recall began on May 1, 2016. Owners may contact Rosenbauer customer service at 1-651-462-1000.
No complaints found for this vehicle.
Technical Service Bulletins — 2013 ROSENBAUER COMMANDER
8 manufacturer communications from 5 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 2 |
| 130000 VISIBILITY | 2 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 2 |
| 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 1 |
| 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 1 |
WI22013
Sep 21, 2023
130000 VISIBILITY
The attached work instruction can be used by Dealers when retrofitting the mid-cab windows.
WI22013
Sep 21, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
The attached work instruction can be used by Dealers when retrofitting the mid-cab windows.
TSB-092421
Sep 24, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Charged Air Cooler (CAC) cold air intake pipe clearances on driver's side. We are providing inspection and repair instructions to our dealers.
TSB-092421
Sep 24, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Charged Air Cooler (CAC) cold air intake pipe clearances on driver's side. We are providing inspection and repair instructions to our dealers.
TSB-092421
Sep 24, 2021
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Charged Air Cooler (CAC) cold air intake pipe clearances on driver's side. We are providing inspection and repair instructions to our dealers.
TSB-072321
Jul 23, 2021
130000 VISIBILITY
The large hex retainer nut on each wiper pivot may become loose and could cause damage or misalignment of the wiper system. TSB will show how to install threadlocker to prevent this from happening.
TSB-022521
Feb 26, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Rosenbauer America is communicating our heat pan clearance requirements to prevent overheating.
No comms 2023-03
Mar 8, 2023
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
There are no Manufacturer Communications in accordance with 49 CFR 579.5 to report for March 2023 for Rosenbauer America.
ROSENBAUER COMMANDER — All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the ROSENBAUER COMMANDER across all model years (2012–2024).
74
Total Recalls
1
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
0
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
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