Recall 21V129 affects 8 2020 Rosenbauer Commander vehicles for loose steering gear mounting bolts. Repair is free at any franchised Rosenbauer dealer.
Rosenbauer is recalling 8 2020 Commander vehicles because steering gear mounting bolts can loosen and back out; that failure can make steering difficult or prevent steering in both directions, which increases the risk of a crash. Rosenbauer dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The steering gear on the 2020 Rosenbauer Commander is the heavy steering box mounted to the front suspension cradle. It turns driver input at the steering wheel into movement at the front wheels, so the mounting bolts have to hold the gear tight against its plate.
On affected Commanders, the paint on the steering gearcase mount plates keeps flowing and thinning after assembly. As that paint moves out from under the bolt head and washer, the bolt loses the stretch created during tightening. That loss of clamp load lets the bolts loosen, and road vibration then works them farther out. Once the steering gear is no longer held firmly, steering effort and steering precision change.
The driver can notice vague steering, difficulty holding a straight line, or vehicle wandering. The bolts also loosen without a warning sign, so a normal steering feel does not rule out the defect.
Who's affected?
The scope covers two related areas on the same Commander chassis: steering-system fasteners and the front suspension.
| 2020 Rosenbauer Commander | steering system |
|---|---|
| 2020 Rosenbauer Commander | front suspension |
| Units affected | 8 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2020 Rosenbauer Commander truck is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
Difficulty steering, or losing steering in both directions, increases the risk of a crash. Treat vague steering, trouble holding a straight line, or vehicle wandering as a reason to stop and arrange service. The steering fasteners can also loosen without warning. Repair is free at any franchised Rosenbauer dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2020 Rosenbauer Commander is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Rosenbauer dealer to schedule the free steering gear mounting-bolt and washer replacement that fixes loose bolts tied to difficult steering.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it, and reference recall number 21V129 when you call.
- Avoid driving or operating the vehicle if the steering feels difficult, and ask the dealer how to move it for repair.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Rosenbauer technician replaces the steering gear mounting bolts and washers. Parts and labor are covered under the recall. Rosenbauer's repair process has the customer schedule the repair with the dealer, then the dealer alerts Rosenbauer and gets the repair kit through Rosenbauer or Reyco Granning. The steering gear mounting bolts are the parts being replaced, so ask the service desk to confirm that the recall kit is ready before the appointment.
| Estimated time at dealer | 90 minutes |
|---|
Timeline
| February 26, 2021 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 1, 2021 | Dealer notification began |
| March 12, 2021 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| April 16, 2021 | Owner notification mailed |
| April 25, 2021 | Dealer notification ended |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 21V129?
Recall 21V129 covers 8 2020 Rosenbauer Commander vehicles with steering gear mounting bolts that can loosen and back out. That defect can make the vehicle difficult to steer or impossible to steer in both directions. Rosenbauer dealers replace the steering gear mounting bolts and washers for free.
What should I do if my 2020 Rosenbauer Commander is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Commander is included in recall 21V129. If it is, contact a Rosenbauer dealer to schedule replacement of the steering gear mounting bolts and washers. Reference recall 21V129 and Rosenbauer recall number 21E012 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost. Rosenbauer dealers replace the steering gear mounting bolts and washers free of charge, including parts and labor, for vehicles included in recall 21V129.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is loss of steering control. Loose steering gear mounting bolts can cause difficult steering or an inability to steer in both directions, which increases crash risk. If the steering feels abnormal, stop using the vehicle and call the dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/21V129000 |
|---|---|
| Rosenbauer customer service | 1-651-462-1000 |
| NHTSA recall # | 21V129 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 21V129000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 23, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →