Recall 25V228 affects 469 2024-2025 Oshkosh S-Series vehicles for front axle housing that can fail. Repair is free at any franchised Oshkosh dealer.
Oshkosh is recalling 469 2024-2025 S-Series vehicles because the front axle housing wall is too thin and the axle can fail. Front axle failure can cause a sudden loss of handling and control, increasing crash risk; Oshkosh dealers will complete the free repair.
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What's wrong?
The front axle housing on 2024-2025 Oshkosh S-Series vehicles is the metal structure that supports the front axle assembly. It carries the axle load and helps keep the front wheels aligned while the vehicle turns, brakes, and carries weight. The housing has to keep its designed wall thickness so it can handle heavy loads without cracking or breaking.
On affected vehicles, a supplier tool used to form the axle casting wore during production. That wear let the casting core grow, which left certain areas of the axle housing thinner than designed. Oshkosh found that the thinner areas still met standard design load cases, but under extreme loading the reduced wall thickness can weaken the axle housing and cause the front axle to fail.
There is no warning sign before failure. The first clear sign can be the axle housing failing under load, so an owner should not rely on a dashboard light, noise, or steering change to confirm the problem.
Who's affected?
Covers the 2024 and 2025 S-Series model years, with the same drive axle listed for both.
| 2025 Oshkosh S-Series | drive axle |
|---|---|
| 2024 Oshkosh S-Series | drive axle |
| Units affected | 469 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
Front axle failure can cause sudden loss of vehicle handling and control, which increases crash risk. There is no warning sign before failure. If your S-Series is included, schedule the inspection soon and use extra caution until the axle is checked. Repair is free at any franchised Oshkosh dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2024-2025 Oshkosh S-Series is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Oshkosh dealer to schedule the free front-axle inspection.
- Ask the dealer whether your vehicle needs front-axle replacement after inspection; the repair addresses axle housing wall thickness that can lead to axle failure.
- Bring the owner letter if Oshkosh mailed one. If not, reference recall number 25V228 when you call.
- Limit driving until the axle inspection and any replacement are complete, and stop using the vehicle if handling changes.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, an Oshkosh technician inspects the front axle housing and replaces the front axle if the inspection shows it is affected. The recall repair is available now, and parts and labor are free under the recall. Oshkosh used its general reimbursement plan on file for this campaign. If you already paid for a front axle repair tied to this defect, contact Oshkosh customer service and ask what documentation the plan requires.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| April 10, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| May 30, 2025 | Owner notification mailed |
| June 3, 2025 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V228?
Recall 25V228 covers 469 2024-2025 Oshkosh S-Series vehicles with front axle housings that lack sufficient wall thickness. The axle can fail, causing sudden loss of handling and control and increasing crash risk. Oshkosh will inspect and replace the front axles if needed for free.
What should I do if my 2024-2025 Oshkosh S-Series is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 25V228. If it is, contact Oshkosh or an authorized Oshkosh service location to schedule the front axle inspection and replacement if needed. Reference recall number 25V228 when you call.
Does the Oshkosh recall repair cost anything?
No. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to perform recall repairs at no cost. Oshkosh will inspect the front axles and replace them if needed free of charge under recall 25V228.
What is the safety risk in recall 25V228?
The risk is sudden loss of vehicle handling and control. The front axle housing wall thickness is not sufficient on affected Oshkosh S-Series vehicles, and axle failure can increase crash risk. This recall does not include a do-not-drive instruction, but the repair path is still the free axle inspection.
When did Oshkosh notify owners about recall 25V228?
Oshkosh mailed owner notification letters on May 30, 2025. If you own a 2024-2025 Oshkosh S-Series and never received a letter, check your VIN and call Oshkosh customer service at 1-833-304-8100 with recall number 25V228.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V228000 |
|---|---|
| Oshkosh customer service | 1-833-304-8100 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V228 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V228000 |
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 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →