2013 ROSENBAUER COMMANDER Complaints and Recall Information

The 2013 ROSENBAUER COMMANDER has 0 complaints and 5 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to vehicle safety components and labeling inaccuracies. These reports focus on mechanical and certification problems affecting braking, suspension, seating, and regulatory labels.

There are 5 recalls addressing multiple vehicle systems including steering, brakes, seating, suspension, and certification labels. These recalls aim to resolve safety hazards that could lead to crashes or injury.

• Steering rack and pinion. NHTSA recall 22V025000 affects 127 vehicles where the rear axle drive pinion may fracture. This defect risks unintended parking brake engagement without activation of brake lights, increasing crash risk. Meritor inspects and replaces the drive pinion as needed at no cost.
• Brake pedal corrosion. NHTSA recall 16V157000 covers 392 vehicles with brake pedal pistons that may corrode, causing sticking or difficulty in brake activation. Corrosion can lead to brakes dragging or failing, increasing crash risk. Dealers will install replacement assemblies to prevent contamination free of charge.
• Certification label errors. NHTSA recall 21V562000 impacts 360 vehicles with incorrect vehicle weight and tire pressure information on the certification label. Incorrect labels may cause underinflated tires, increasing crash risk. Rosenbauer provides corrected labels and warnings to owners at no cost.
• Seat detachment risk. NHTSA recall 16V353000 involves 25 vehicles with Battalion air suspension seats that may separate from their bases during frontal collisions, raising injury risk. Dealers attach tethers to secure the seats free of charge.
• Front suspension ball joints. NHTSA recall 17V254000 affects 34 vehicles where ball joints on front suspension modules can loosen and separate, causing partial loss of steering and crash risk. Dealers inspect, clean, and secure these joints at no cost.

Owners with repeated repairs or unresolved safety recalls on this vehicle may have rights under their state lemon law. Consulting a legal professional can help clarify options for persistent defects or recall compliance issues.