1998 Oshkosh S Series problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 1998 Oshkosh S Series — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

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NCAP overall

How does 1998 compare to other S Series years?

S Series NHTSA complaints by model year, 1998 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 1998 Oshkosh S Series have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

01V342000Body & StructureNovember 6, 2001 · 816 units

Defect

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: FRONT DISCHARGE CONCRETE CARRIERS WITH 6- OR 8-WHEEL DRIVE DESIGNED TO OPERATE OFF-ROAD IN DIFFICULT SOILS AND TERRAIN THAT ARE BEYOND THE CAPABILITY OF CONVENTIONAL REAR DISCHARGE CONCRETE TRUCKS. THE FRAME RAIL FLANGE IMPINGED ON THE HEAD OF ONE OR MORE LOCKBOLTS WHICH ATTACH THE ANGLE IRON REAR PEDESTAL SUPPORT BRACKET TO THE FRAME.

Consequence

BOLT HEAD IMPINGMENT CAN CAUSE THE PEDESTAL BOLT RETNETION SYSTEM TO LOSE THE SPECIFIED CLAMP LOAD CAUSING THE CONCRETE DRUM TO SEPARATE FROM THE TRUCK CHASSIS, INCREASING THE RISK OF SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.

Remedy

OWNERS HAVE BEEN ADVISED TO IMMEDIATELY CHECK ALL BOLTS ON THE REAR PEDESTALS. IF ANY ONE HORIZONTAL LOCKBOLT IS LOOSE OR MISSING, TO IMMEDIATELY REPLACE THE LOOSE LOCKBOLT. OSHKOSH IS PROVIDING REPLACEMENT KITS WITH INSTRUCTIONS AND HAS AUTHORIZED LABOR REIMBURSEMENT. OWNERS WERE CALLED BEGINNING DECEMBER 10, 2000, TO ADVISE THEM OF THIS PROBLEM. AN OWNER NOTIFICATION LETTER WAS SENT TO EACH CUSTOMER ON DECEMBER 15, 2001, TO CUSTOMERS WHO HAD NOT REPLIED TO THE INITIAL COMMUNICATION. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT OSHKOSH AT 1-920-235-9151.

1998 Oshkosh S Series — common questions

Is the 1998 Oshkosh S Series reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 1998 Oshkosh S Series have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 1998 Oshkosh S Series. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.

How does 1998 compare to other S Series years?

Does the 1998 Oshkosh S Series have recalls?

1998 Oshkosh S Series — common questions

Is the 1998 Oshkosh S Series reliable?

Does the 1998 Oshkosh S Series have recalls?

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