Power train:transmission:automatic
Defect Summary
The transmission shifter allows the vehicle to remain in reverse gear even though the shifter is placed in the park-brake position if the operator has not placed the shifter into the park-brake detent.
Safety Consequence
Even though the parking brake is set when the shifter isin the p-b position, the vehicle remains in reverse gear and could move withoutprior warning. This could result in an accident or injury to anyone standingbehind the vehicle.
Corrective Action
Install an audible alarm that sounds when the parking brake is set and the transmission is in reverse, to warn the operator that the shifter has not been placed in the park-brake detent. Also, incorporate a caution label on the gear shift selector handle, instructing the operator to confirm the shifter is in the park-brake detent position.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Oshkosh Corporation or involving Power Train.
FAQ: Recall 92V008000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 92V008000?
NHTSA recall 92V008000 was issued by Oshkosh Corporation on January 24, 1992. It addresses: Power train:transmission:automatic. The recall affects approximately 1,618 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Oshkosh Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 92V008000 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.