2018 Rosenbauer Aerial problems, complaints & recalls
Safety recalls (1)
Equipment:mechanical 2020-11-23 · campaign 20V728000 · 43 vehicles
Defect: Rosenbauer America (Rosenbauer) is recalling certain 2018-2020 vehicles. The PTO will disengage causing the aerial to become inoperable due to loss of hydraulic power.
Risk: The aerial device may not be operational when needed at a fire or rescue scene, increasing the risk of an injury.
Fix: Rosenbauer will notify owners, and dealers will change the solenoid and case on the Muncie PTO, free of charge. The recall began December 23, 2020. Owners may contact Rosenbauer customer service at 1-651-462-1000.
Service bulletins (2)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Structure:body 2026-06-11 · WI26001 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
work instructions for door latch adjustments. includes installation and removal of shims to ensure secure closure and compression of gaskets and seals. adjustment for depth, verticality, and side to side movement of the assembly.
Engine And Engine Cooling 2021-02-26 · TSB-022521 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
rosenbauer america is communicating our heat pan clearance requirements to prevent overheating.
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.