Vehicle recall 19V485000 · June 21, 2019
Mcneilus Atlantic Front Loader, Contender Front Loader and 1 more model
The battery cables may have been incorrectly routed and may rub against the fuse box bracket, causing the positive battery cable insulation to wear through.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Oshkosh Corporation (Oshkosh) is recalling certain 2019 McNeilus Meridian FEL, Atlantic FEL, Contender FEL refuse trucks. The battery cables may have been incorrectly routed and may rub against the fuse box bracket, causing the positive battery cable insulation to wear through.
- Consequence
- If the battery cable continues to rub against the fuse box bracket, it may short-circuit, increasing the risk of fire.
- Remedy
- Oshkosh will notify owners to inspect the battery box and reroute the battery cables to ensure they do not come into contact with the fuse box bracket or battery bolts. The recall began August 12, 2019. Owners may contact Oshkosh customer service at 1-888-686-7278.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 19V485000
- Reported to NHTSA
- June 21, 2019
- Filed by
- Oshkosh Corporation
- Owner notification
- August 12, 2019
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 18
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Electrical system › 12V/24V/48V battery › Cables
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Mcneilus Atlantic Front Loader (2019): 2019
- Mcneilus Contender Front Loader (2019): 2019
- Mcneilus Meridian Front Loader (2019): 2019
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