Recall 10V-227: 2010 American Lafrance Eagle
AMERICAN LAFRANCE LLC recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on May 27, 2010, covering about 18 vehicles.
The problem
American lafrance is recalling certain model year 2010 heavy-duty class 8 eagle emergency vehicles manufactured from february 3, 2009 through march 16, 2010, and equipped with detroit diesel series 60 engines. The software on these engines may cause the engine to shut down unexpectedly when a diesel particulate filter over-temperature condition is detected.
The risk
Unexpected emergency vehicle engine shutdown could hamper rescue operations and put first responders and or the public at risk.
The fix
American lafrance will notify owners and detroit diesel will repair the vehicles free of charge by reprogramming the engine motor control module. Please see daimler trucks/detroit diesel's defect report 10e-005. The safety recall is expected to begin during june 2010. Owners may contact detroit diesel at 1-800-547-0712 or on line http://www.detroitdiesel.com/supportnetwork.
Notes
American lafrance recall no. Alf-0110.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 | AMERICAN LAFRANCE LLC |
|---|---|
| Component | Engine and Engine Cooling |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 10V227000 |
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-227?
American lafrance is recalling certain model year 2010 heavy-duty class 8 eagle emergency vehicles manufactured from february 3, 2009 through march 16, 2010, and equipped with detroit diesel series 60 engines. The software on these engines may cause the engine to shut down unexpectedly when a diesel particulate filter over-temperature condition is detected.
How is recall 10V-227 fixed?
American lafrance will notify owners and detroit diesel will repair the vehicles free of charge by reprogramming the engine motor control module. Please see daimler trucks/detroit diesel's defect report 10e-005. The safety recall is expected to begin during june 2010. Owners may contact detroit diesel at 1-800-547-0712 or on line http://www.detroitdiesel.com/supportnetwork.
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.