CUSTOM FIRE 2018 CUSTOM FIRE PETERBILT 348 Recall
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2018 CUSTOM FIRE PETERBILT 348
Brand
CUSTOM FIRE
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2018
Custom Fire Apparatus, Inc. is recalling certain 2018 CUSTOM FIRE PETERBILT 348 vehicles due to steering:linkages:knuckle:spindle:arm issues. Steering arm fastener failure can result in a loss of steering control, and increase the risk of a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Custom Fire Apparatus, Inc. (Custom Fire) is recalling one 2018 Peterbilt 348 fire truck. The Dana D-series axle steering arm fasteners that attach the steering arm to the steering knuckle may fail.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
Steering arm fastener failure can result in a loss of steering control, and increase the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Dealers will replace and tighten the steer arm fasteners, free of charge. The owner notification letter was mailed November 8, 2022. Owners may contact Custom Fire's customer service at 1-800-443-8851. Custom Fire's number for this recall is 22V277.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026