Recall 05V-143: 2003–2005 E-One Fire Truck

E-ONE, INC. recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Apr 12, 2005, covering about 136 vehicles.

NHTSA number
05V-143
Report date
Apr 12, 2005
Vehicles affected
136
Owners notified
Apr 1, 2005

The problem

On certain fire trucks built with detroit diesel series 60 EGR engines, the battery to starter motor cable rubs against the hex-head plug on the fuel filter causing insulation damage and unintentional grounding.

The risk

This could cause a fire in the engine compartment.

The fix

Dealers will replace the hex head plug on the fuel filter with a 3/8" allen-head plug free of charge. If the cable is damaged, it will be replaced. The recall began on april 1, 2005. Owners may contact e-one at 1-352-237-1122.

Notes

Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerE-ONE, INC.
ComponentElectrical System › 12v/24v/48v Battery › Cables
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number05V143000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
E-One Fire Truck2003, 2004, 2005All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 05V-143?

On certain fire trucks built with detroit diesel series 60 EGR engines, the battery to starter motor cable rubs against the hex-head plug on the fuel filter causing insulation damage and unintentional grounding.

How is recall 05V-143 fixed?

Dealers will replace the hex head plug on the fuel filter with a 3/8" allen-head plug free of charge. If the cable is damaged, it will be replaced. The recall began on april 1, 2005. Owners may contact e-one at 1-352-237-1122.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.