How many recalls does the 2018 Hme Af1 have?

The 2018 Hme Af1 has 4 NHTSA safety recall campaigns on record.

How do I check if my 2018 Hme Af1 has an open recall?

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2018 Hme Af1 Recalls

Recalls on record Updated July 2026

The 2018 Hme Af1 has 4 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 457 vehicles. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Last updated July 6, 2026.

Recall campaigns

FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL 21V790000 2021-10-11 245 affected

Defect

HME, Inc. (HME) is recalling certain 2017-2020 Ahrens-Fox model 34 Type 3, Rescue, Pumper, Tanker, Aerial, CommFox, WolfSA Tanker, 1871-SFO, 1871-W, 1871-Spectr, and AF1 fire trucks. The sealing washer may not seat correctly in the pilot boreholes, allowing the high-pressure fuel rail assembly to leak.

Consequence

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the rail threads and fuel lines, and replace the rail as necessary, free of charge. Owners were notified on January 20, 2021. Owners may contact HME's customer service at 1-616-534-1463.

EQUIPMENT 21V283000 2021-04-22 8 affected

Defect

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.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 21V282000 2021-04-22 30 affected

Defect

HME, Inc. (HME) is recalling certain 2013-2021 AF1, 1871, and SFO vehicles. Insufficient voltage and/or cracked wiring insulation may cause the aerial controls system to fail.

Consequence

Exposed wires can create a shock risk to the vehicle operator.

Remedy

HME will inspect and service all affected vehicles, including installation of new and replacement aerial components, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a schedule for recall notification. Owners may contact HME customer service at 1-616-534-1463.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 20V104000 2020-02-24 174 affected

Defect

HME, Inc. (HME) is recalling certain 2016-2020 AF1, 1871 and SFO emergency vehicles. The fuse box may be missing an O-Ring seal, potentially allowing moisture or contaminants into the fuse box.

Consequence

If moisture or contaminants enter the fuse box, the fuse box may overheat or malfunction, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

HME will notify owners and will provide replacement fuse boxes, free of charge. The recall began May 18, 2020. Owners may contact HME customer service at 1-616-534-1463.

Sources & methodology

Recall, complaint, and investigation records from official NHTSA datasets (FLAT_RCL, FLAT_CMPL, FLAT_INV), synced weekly. Counts reflect NHTSA records for the 2018 Hme Af1 as of July 6, 2026. Complaint narratives are consumer-submitted and unverified. This page contains ads and affiliate links. Full methodology.