Recall 10V-071: 2004–2010 Sutphen SPH 100
SUTPHEN CORPORATION recall for power train, reported to NHTSA on Mar 2, 2010, covering about 35 vehicles.
The problem
Sutphen has notified NHTSA about a defect in certain model year 2004 through 2010 sph model fire trucks manufactured between january 2004 and january 2010, equipped with series 60 detroit diesel or c-13 caterpillar engines. Pre 2007, the detroit diesel engines were mounted low in the frame which causes vibration in the driveline. Post 2007, a new suspension and frame design caused the driveline angles of the detroit diesel and caterpillar engines to be slightly out of alignment.
The risk
Vibration in the driveline can cause premature failure of the u-joints, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Sutphen will notify owners and repair the fire trucks free of charge. The safety recall began on march 8, 2010. Owners may contact sutphen at 1-866-287-5549.
Notes
Owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Recall details
| Manufacturer | SUTPHEN CORPORATION |
|---|---|
| Component | Power Train › Driveline › Universal Joint |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 10V071000 |
Vehicles in this recall
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 10V-071?
Sutphen has notified NHTSA about a defect in certain model year 2004 through 2010 sph model fire trucks manufactured between january 2004 and january 2010, equipped with series 60 detroit diesel or c-13 caterpillar engines. Pre 2007, the detroit diesel engines were mounted low in the frame which causes vibration in the driveline. Post 2007, a new suspension and frame design caused the driveline angles of the detroit diesel and caterpillar engines to be slightly out of alignment.
How is recall 10V-071 fixed?
Sutphen will notify owners and repair the fire trucks free of charge. The safety recall began on march 8, 2010. Owners may contact sutphen at 1-866-287-5549.
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.