2017 Oshkosh S Series problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2017 Oshkosh S Series — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 2 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

NHTSA complaints

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Fires reported

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How does 2017 compare to other S Series years?

S Series NHTSA complaints by model year, 2017 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2017 Oshkosh S Series have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

19V092000LightingFebruary 15, 2019 · 241 units

Defect

Oshkosh Corporation (Oshkosh) is recalling certain 2014-2019 S-Series Glider vehicles equipped with a strobe light package in the rear fender. The strobe lights may have been incorrectly located in the rear fender marker light position, potentially causing confusion for other drivers. As a result, the vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective devices, and associated Equipment."

Consequence

Strobe lights in this location may be wrongly interpreted when signaling others, increasing the risk of crash.

Remedy

Oshkosh will notify owners, and replace the strobe lamp with a steady burning lamp, free of charge. The recall began April 10, 2019. Owners may contact Oshkosh customer service at 1-888-686-7278.

18V858000Fuel SystemDecember 3, 2018 · 199 units

Defect

McNeilus Truck & Manufacturing, Inc. (McNeilus) is recalling certain 2016-2018 McNeilus Meridian Front Loader, Atlantic Front Loader, XE Rear Loader, Bridgemaster Mixer, Standard Mixer, and Oshkosh S-Series vehicles, equipped with certain MPVE-250 One-Turn Valves (OTV) on the CNG fuel tanks. If the valve knob is turned more than one turn, the valve's snap ring may fail and the valve stem may forcibly eject from the valve body.

Consequence

The forcible ejection of the stem may increase the risk of injury to those nearby. Additionally, the unintended release of CNG can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

McNeilus will notify owners, and dealers will replace the valve with a valve from another brand, free of charge. The recall began January 7, 2019 . Owners may contact McNeilus customer service at 1-888-686-7278.

2017 Oshkosh S Series — common questions

Is the 2017 Oshkosh S Series reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 2 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2017 Oshkosh S Series have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2017 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 2017 compare to other S Series years?

Does the 2017 Oshkosh S Series have recalls?

2017 Oshkosh S Series — common questions

Is the 2017 Oshkosh S Series reliable?

Does the 2017 Oshkosh S Series have recalls?

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