Recall 23V190 covers 3 2022 Alexis Fire Equipment Fire Apparatus vehicles for unintended winch operation. Remove remote battery pack. Replacement is free.
Alexis Fire Equipment is recalling 3 2022 Fire Apparatus vehicles under recall 23V190 because water can enter the wireless handheld winch remote and corrode the circuit board. That corrosion can let the winch operate unintentionally and increase the risk of injury; the dealer repair will be free once Alexis Fire Equipment makes it available.
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What's wrong?
The WARN Winch VR EVO on these 2022 Alexis Fire Equipment Fire Apparatus vehicles is an electric recovery winch. It uses a wireless handheld remote so the operator can control the winch from a safer working position instead of standing at the unit.
On the recalled apparatus, water can get inside the handheld remote. Once moisture reaches the circuit board, corrosion can form on the electrical contacts. That corrosion can create an unintended electrical path, so the remote sends a winch command when the operator did not ask for one. Alexis Fire Equipment identified affected winches installed on Emergency Utility, Flatbed Brush, and 300 Gallon Mini Pumper apparatus.
The issue is in the remote, not the winch drum or cable. The first remedy removed the battery pack from the remote, which stops it from powering an unintended command. WARN's follow-up remedy uses a new water resistant remote.
There is no warning sign before failure. The winch can operate unintentionally without a light, sound, or control change that gives the crew advance notice.
Who's affected?
The winch and electrical-system parts both trace to the WARN VR EVO winch assembly.
| 2022 Alexis Fire Equipment Fire Apparatus | Winch |
|---|---|
| 2022 Alexis Fire Equipment Fire Apparatus | electrical system |
| Units affected | 3 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 3 field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
A winch that runs without a command raises the risk of injury to anyone near the apparatus or winch line. Keep hands, tools, and bystanders clear while checking the remote, and stop using a remote that shows corrosion or water intrusion. Repair will be free at any franchised Alexis Fire Equipment dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2022 Alexis Fire Equipment Fire Apparatus is included in this recall.
- Contact Alexis Fire Equipment customer service at 1-309-482-6121 for the free inspection instructions and current remedy timing.
- Inspect the winch remote for water intrusion or circuit board corrosion before using the wireless function.
- Stop using the remote if corrosion or water intrusion is found, and contact WARN customer service for a free replacement remote.
- Reference recall number 23V190 when you call Alexis Fire Equipment or discuss the water-resistant remote replacement.
What happens at the repair
Alexis Fire Equipment and WARN direct owners to inspect the wireless winch remote for corrosion or water intrusion, then disable the wireless function by removing the battery pack and using direct wire operation. If corrosion or water intrusion is found, stop using the remote and contact WARN customer service for a replacement remote. The final water resistant replacement remote will be free once parts are available. The source reimbursement plan says owners upload photos to the WARN website, after which WARN processes a $100.00 coupon and sends the new remote at no charge once available.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| March 22, 2023 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 4, 2023 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| April 5, 2023 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 23V190?
Recall 23V190 covers 3 2022 Alexis Fire Equipment Fire Apparatus vehicles equipped with a Warn winch and wireless handheld remote. Water intrusion can corrode the remote circuit board and let the winch operate unintentionally, increasing injury risk.
What should I do if my 2022 Alexis Fire Equipment Fire Apparatus is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific apparatus is included in recall 23V190. If it is, follow Alexis Fire Equipment and Warn instructions to inspect the remote, remove the battery pack to disable the wireless function, and contact Alexis Fire Equipment customer service at 1-309-482-6121.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to address the defect at no cost. Alexis Fire Equipment and Warn will provide inspection instructions, and Warn will provide a replacement remote free of charge if corrosion or water intrusion is found.
What is the safety risk from this winch remote recall?
The safety risk is unintended winch operation. If water enters the handheld remote and corrodes the circuit board, the winch can operate without command and increase the risk of injury. Stop using the remote if corrosion or water intrusion is found.
When were owners notified about recall 23V190?
Alexis Fire Equipment mailed owner notification letters on April 5, 2023. If you bought the apparatus used or never received a letter, check your VIN and reference recall 23V190 when you contact Alexis Fire Equipment customer service.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/23V190000 |
|---|---|
| Alexis Fire Equipment customer service | 1-309-482-6121 |
| NHTSA recall # | 23V190 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 23V190000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (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 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →