WATEROUS WATEROUS SPLIT-SHAFT TRANSMISSION Recall
Hazard assessment based on recall description.
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Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
WATEROUS SPLIT-SHAFT TRANSMISSION
Brand
WATEROUS
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Waterous Company is recalling certain WATEROUS SPLIT-SHAFT TRANSMISSION equipment due to power train:manual transmission issues. If the power output cannot be changed, once the fire truck arrives at the scene, it may not be able to pump water to aid in extinguishing the fire, in.
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Waterous Company (Waterous) is recalling certain Split-Shaft Transmission Shift Units manufactured April 9, 2015, to April 20, 2016. These shift units allow the user to select whether the Split-Shaft Transmission sends power to the wheels of an emergency response vehicle or powers an add-on unit such as a water pump used for fighting fires. A component within the shift unit may be damaged and as a result, the operator may not be able to switch the power output.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
If the power output cannot be changed, once the fire truck arrives at the scene, it may not be able to pump water to aid in extinguishing the fire, increasing the risk of injury.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Waterous will notify the vehicle manufacturers that purchased the shift units and will work with them to remove, repair, and reinstall the shift units, free of charge. The recall began on July 22, 2016. Owners may contact Waterous customer service at 1-651-450-5067.
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