Vehicle recall 21V283000 · April 22, 2021
HME 1871 and AF1
The self-leveling function may malfunction, causing the aerial bucket to move beyond the level position.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- HME, Inc. (HME) is recalling certain 2016-2021 AF1 and 1871 vehicles. The self-leveling function may malfunction, causing the aerial bucket to move beyond the level position.
- Consequence
- Unexpected movement of the aerial bucket increases the risk of an injury.
- Remedy
- HME will reprogram the aerial controls and modify the hydraulic system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 2, 2021. Owners may contact HME customer service at 1-616-534-1463.
- 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
- 21V283000
- Reported to NHTSA
- April 22, 2021
- Filed by
- HME, Inc.
- Owner notification
- June 2, 2021
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 8
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Equipment › Mechanical › Boom/crane/ladder › Motor/hydraulic pump
Vehicles covered
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