2012 Hme Spectr problems, complaints & recalls
Safety recalls (1)
Equipment 2013-04-25 · campaign 13V167000 · 11 vehicles
Defect: HME is recalling certain model year 2012 Spectr Fire Apparatus, Spectr Chassis, and 2011-2012 Ferrara Intruder Ember Chassis vehicles manufactured January 26, 2011, through November 7, 2012. These vehicles have axles are equipped with an MGM Type 24 J-series piston parking brake chamber. In the affected axles, the brake chambers may leak pressure allowing the parking brake to drag when it is supposed to be released. Brake dragging could lead to overheated brake components.
Risk: Overheated brake components could result in a fire.
Fix: HME will notify owners and the brake chambers will be inspected and replaced as needed, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on, or before, May 13, 2013. Owners may contact HME at 1-616-534-1463.
What owners report
No detailed complaint narratives on file.
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.