2019 Rosenbauer Aerial: common problems
The maker issued 6 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 6
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Comparison
What to check before buying
- Engine and cooling. Radiator and fan after a frontal hit, coolant level and condition, overheating.
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Steering. Steering play, power assist, rack and tie rods after a wheel impact.
- Structure. Rails, pillars, panel gaps, signs of pulling or welding.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- The power steering cooler may begin to leak on the low-pressure side of the system
This fault will need to be inspected and corrected if any seepage is present Problem: Power steering cooler fittings have an inconsistent machined edge; this edge prevents the O-ring from sealing resulting in a slow…
- Work instructions for door latch adjustments
Includes installation and removal of shims to ensure secure closure and compression of gaskets and seals. Adjustment for depth, verticality, and side to side movement of the assembly.
- Updated TSB to account for change in labor hours & travel cost to complete Innovative Controls digital…
Updated TSB to account for change in labor hours & travel cost to complete Innovative Controls digital gauge cluster software update. This update is being completed to improve firmware which allows for better…
- Rosenbauer has identified some cylinders in our aerials that need their set screw inspected and possibly…
- The VMUX input pin may fail due to a flyback voltage spike from an unsuppressed solenoid coil installed on…
The VMUX input pin may fail due to a flyback voltage spike from an unsuppressed solenoid coil installed on a hydraulic manifold for the aerial. The solenoid coil will need to be swapped out for a suppressed version to…
- Rosenbauer America is communicating our heat pan clearance requirements to prevent overheating
Other years of this model
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Rosenbauer Aerial?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 6 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2019 Rosenbauer Aerial?
NHTSA lists 6 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2019 Rosenbauer Aerial from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2019 models
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.