2018 Custom Fire Peterbilt 348 Recall: Dana D-series axle steering arm fasteners that attach the steering arm to…
NHTSA campaign 22V461000 · Steering · filed Jun 28, 2022 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Custom Fire Apparatus, Inc. (Custom Fire) is recalling one 2018 Peterbilt 348 fire truck. The Dana D-series axle steering arm fasteners that attach the steering arm to the steering knuckle may fail.
The risk
Steering arm fastener failure can result in a loss of steering control, and increase the risk of a crash.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
Dealers will replace and tighten the steer arm fasteners, free of charge. The owner notification letter was mailed November 8, 2022. Owners may contact Custom Fire's customer service at 1-800-443-8851. Custom Fire's number for this recall is 22V277.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Custom Fire | Peterbilt 348 | 2018 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 22V461000 (manufacturer number 22V277). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.