Oshkosh/frame rails
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: front discharge concrete carriers with 6- or 8-wheel drive designed to operate off-road in difficult soils and terrain that are beyond the capability of conventional rear discharge concrete trucks. the frame rail flange impinged on the head of one or more lockbolts which attach the angle iron rear pedestal support bracket to the frame.
Safety Consequence
Bolt head impingment can cause the pedestal bolt retnetion system to lose the specified clamp load causing the concrete drum to separate from the truck chassis, increasing the risk of serious injury or death.
Corrective Action
Owners have been advised to immediately check all bolts on the rear pedestals. if any one horizontal lockbolt is loose or missing, to immediately replace the loose lockbolt. oshkosh is providing replacement kits with instructions and has authorized labor reimbursement. owners were called beginning december 10, 2000, to advise them of this problem. an owner notification letter was sent to each customer on december 15, 2001, to customers who had not replied to the initial communication. owners should contact oshkosh at 1-920-235-9151.
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FAQ: Recall 01V342000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 01V342000?
NHTSA recall 01V342000 was issued by Oshkosh Corporation on November 6, 2001. It addresses: Oshkosh/frame rails. The recall affects approximately 816 vehicles, with the defect involving the Structure component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Oshkosh Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 01V342000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.