Oshkosh's lineup has 18 recorded NHTSA recalls across 11 models (1981–2026) and averages 4.4/5 for reliability on ForCar. Check any Oshkosh's open recalls, owner complaints, MPG and NHTSA safety below — or decode its VIN for the exact build. Free, by model and year.
Each model's ForCar Reliability Score is built from NHTSA crash-test safety (40%), recall frequency (25%) and complaint severity (35%) — not user reviews. Brand score = average of rated models.
Oshkosh — VIN decoder & full model lineup
OSHKOSH Specialty Vehicles is a renowned American manufacturer based in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, specializing in heavy-duty, purpose-built trucks and defense vehicles. These vehicles are frequently utilized by government agencies, military personnel, and commercial operators requiring extreme durability and capability in demanding environments. ForCar.org allows you to decode any OSHKOSH VIN to uncover comprehensive vehicle specifications, including recall history and detailed performance data.
Decode a Oshkosh VIN
Enter any 17-character Oshkosh VIN for its exact year, trim, engine and assembly plant — then its open recalls, safety ratings and original window sticker.
All Oshkosh models 11
Every Oshkosh model we track, grouped by body type. Click any model for its VIN decoder, recalls, MPG, safety and ForCar Reliability Score — broken down by year.
Oshkosh More models 11
Oshkosh recalls
Across the Oshkosh lineup, ForCar tracks 18 recorded NHTSA recalls — each tied to a specific model and year. There's no single "Oshkosh recall" number; open a model for its exact campaigns, affected parts and the free dealer fix.
| Oshkosh model | Recalls | ForCar Score |
|---|---|---|
| Oshkosh NGDV | 7 | 4.0 /5 |
| Oshkosh S Series | 5 | 3.5 /5 |
| Oshkosh H-Series | 5 | 4.5 /5 |
| Oshkosh P Series | 1 | 4.5 /5 |
Most-recalled system across Oshkosh: Structure:frame And Members. Source: NHTSA recall campaigns — open any model for full details by year.
Is Oshkosh reliable?
Across rated models, Oshkosh averages a 4.4/5 ForCar Reliability Score, with 10 models rated 4★ or higher. Each model is scored from NHTSA crash-test safety, recall frequency and the share of owner complaints involving a crash, fire or injury — not user reviews.
Oshkosh competes in the global military vehicle, fire apparatus, refuse-truck, concrete-mixer and access-equipment markets. The Defense segment competes with AM General, BAE Systems and General Dynamics Land Systems. The Fire & Emergency segment (Pierce) competes with Rosenbauer, E-One and Spartan ER. The Vocational segment (refuse trucks via McNeilus, concrete mixers via Hercules-FX) competes with Autocar, Mack and PACCAR. The Access Equipment segment (JLG aerial platforms) competes with Genie, Skyjack and Haulotte.
Oshkosh models by owner-complaint volume (NHTSA):
| Oshkosh model | Owner complaints | ForCar Score |
|---|---|---|
| Oshkosh S Series | 1 | 3.5 /5 |
Higher complaint counts often track higher sales volume, not necessarily worse reliability — open a model for its complaints by year and best/worst-year analysis.
Most fuel-efficient Oshkosh models
Fuel-economy rankings for Oshkosh are being compiled — check back shortly.
Safest Oshkosh models
NHTSA safety rankings for Oshkosh are being compiled — check back shortly.
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Oshkosh window stickers →How to read a Oshkosh VIN
Every Oshkosh built since 1981 carries a unique 17-character VIN (Vehicle Identification Number). It encodes where and when the vehicle was made, its engine and body — here's what each part means:
| Positions | Section | What it tells you |
|---|---|---|
| 1–3 | WMI | World Manufacturer Identifier — country and that it's a Oshkosh |
| 4–8 | VDS | Model, body style, engine and trim |
| 9 | Check digit | Validates the VIN isn't mistyped |
| 10 | Model year | The exact year (e.g. R = 2024, S = 2025) |
| 11 | Plant | The factory that assembled it |
| 12–17 | Serial | The unique production sequence number |
Where to find your Oshkosh VIN: the lower-left corner of the windshield, the driver's door jamb sticker, or your registration and insurance documents. Paste it into the decoder above to read it instantly.
About Oshkosh
William Besserdich and Bernhard Mosling, both former employees of FWD Corporation (Four Wheel Drive Auto Company), founded the Wisconsin Duplex Auto Company in 1917 to manufacture four-wheel-drive trucks. The company was renamed Oshkosh Truck Corporation in 1930. The 1933 contract with the US Army for snowplow trucks established Oshkosh as a specialty truck manufacturer. The 1981 acquisition of Pierce Manufacturing (fire trucks) and 1996 reorganization as Oshkosh Corporation positioned the company as a multi-business industrial conglomerate.
| Founded | 1917 |
| Headquarters | Oshkosh, USA |
| Slogan | "Where Innovation Drives the Industry" |
| Models tracked | 11 (1981–2026) |
Oshkosh — frequently asked
How do I decode a Oshkosh VIN for free?
Enter the 17-character VIN in the decoder at the top of this page. You'll get the exact year, trim, engine and plant, then can check that vehicle's recalls, MPG and safety — free, no signup.
How many Oshkosh models are there?
ForCar tracks 11 Oshkosh models spanning 1981–2026. See the full list above, ordered by how often each is searched.
Where is Oshkosh made?
Oshkosh is headquartered in Oshkosh, USA, founded in 1917. Individual models are assembled at plants worldwide — the VIN's 11th character identifies the exact factory.
How do I check Oshkosh recalls?
Recalls are tracked per model and year. Open any Oshkosh model above to see its NHTSA recall campaigns, affected parts and the free dealer fix.
Which Oshkosh is most reliable?
Reliability varies by model and year. Each model page shows its ForCar Reliability Score (from NHTSA safety, recalls and complaint severity) so you can compare directly.
What's the Oshkosh warranty?
New Oshkosh vehicles come with a 3 years / 36,000 miles basic (bumper-to-bumper) warranty and a 5 years / 60,000 miles powertrain warranty. Coverage can vary by model year and market — confirm with a Oshkosh dealer.