Recall 11V-586: 2010–2012 Sutphen 90LR Refurb, 2010–2012 Sutphen Chassis and 12 more

SUTPHEN CORPORATION recall for electronic stability control (esc), reported to NHTSA on Dec 14, 2011, covering about 98 vehicles.

NHTSA number
11V-586
Report date
Dec 14, 2011
Vehicles affected
98
Owners notified
Dec 16, 2011

The problem

Sutphen is recalling certain model year 2009 through 2012 vehicles and equipped with meritor wabco electronic stability control (Esc) modules. See the list above for the affected models. Under certain road and driving conditions, vehicle body roll and road inclination characteristics may adversely affect the slip angle calculation of the electronic stability control (Esc) system. This might cause the ESC to perceive an over steering situation and therefore apply the outer wheel brake on the front axle until the vehicle is perceived to be stable.

The risk

If the driver is slow to react during this ESC intervention, the vehicle may deviate from the intended line of travel, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Sutphen is working with meritor wabco to replace the control module free of charge. Please see meritor wabco defect report 11e-039. The safety recall began on december 16, 2011. Owners may contact meritor on track customer service at 1-866-668-7221.

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

ManufacturerSUTPHEN CORPORATION
ComponentElectronic Stability Control (ESC)
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number11V586000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Sutphen 90LR Refurb2010, 2011, 2012All years
Sutphen Chassis2010, 2011, 2012All years
Sutphen Heavy Rescue2010, 2011, 2012All years
Sutphen Pumper2010, 2011, 2012All years
Sutphen Rescue2010, 2011, 2012All years
Sutphen S12010, 2011, 2012All years
Sutphen S22010, 2011, 2012All years
Sutphen S32010, 2011, 2012All years
Sutphen S42010, 2011, 2012All years
Sutphen SA752009, 2010, 2011, 2012All years
Sutphen SL752009, 2010, 2011, 2012All years
Sutphen SP702009, 2010, 2011, 2012All years
Sutphen SP952010, 2011, 2012All years
Sutphen SPH 1002010, 2011, 2012All 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 11V-586?

Sutphen is recalling certain model year 2009 through 2012 vehicles and equipped with meritor wabco electronic stability control (Esc) modules. See the list above for the affected models. Under certain road and driving conditions, vehicle body roll and road inclination characteristics may adversely affect the slip angle calculation of the electronic stability control (Esc) system. This might cause the ESC to perceive an over steering situation and therefore apply the outer wheel brake on the front axle until the vehicle is perceived to be stable.

How is recall 11V-586 fixed?

Sutphen is working with meritor wabco to replace the control module free of charge. Please see meritor wabco defect report 11e-039. The safety recall began on december 16, 2011. Owners may contact meritor on track customer service at 1-866-668-7221.

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.