Brake pedal may stick from piston corrosion
Defect Summary
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.
Safety 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.
Corrective Action
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.
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FAQ: Recall 16V157000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V157000?
NHTSA recall 16V157000 was issued by Rosenbauer America on March 17, 2016. It addresses: Brake pedal may stick from piston corrosion. The recall affects approximately 392 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Hydraulic component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Rosenbauer America dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V157000 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.