Recall 13V-565: 2003–2011 Sutphen SAI 110, 2000–2004 Sutphen SP 110 and 2 more

Sutphen Corporation recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Nov 13, 2013, covering about 156 vehicles.

NHTSA number
13V-565
Report date
Nov 13, 2013
Vehicles affected
156
Owners notified
May 17, 2013

The problem

Sutphen Corporation (Sutphen) is recalling certain model year 2003-2012 SPH 100, model year 2000-2004 SP 110, model year 2003-2011 SPI 112 and model year 2003-2011 SAI 110 fire apparatus. In the affected vehicles, the bearings used for the extension of the ladder may seize causing the extension cables passing over them to chafe and fail.

The risk

Failure of the extend/retract system can cause the aerial to unexpectedly retract. This movement could result in injuries to personnel on or around the vehicle.

The fix

Sutphen has notified owners, and inspected all of the affected vehicles, repairing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall was completed on May 17, 2013. Owners may contact Sutphen at 1-614-889-1005.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerSutphen Corporation
ComponentEquipment
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number13V565000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Sutphen SAI 1102003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011All years
Sutphen SP 1102000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004All years
Sutphen SPH 1002003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012All years
Sutphen SPI 1122003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011All 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 13V-565?

Sutphen Corporation (Sutphen) is recalling certain model year 2003-2012 SPH 100, model year 2000-2004 SP 110, model year 2003-2011 SPI 112 and model year 2003-2011 SAI 110 fire apparatus. In the affected vehicles, the bearings used for the extension of the ladder may seize causing the extension cables passing over them to chafe and fail.

How is recall 13V-565 fixed?

Sutphen has notified owners, and inspected all of the affected vehicles, repairing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall was completed on May 17, 2013. Owners may contact Sutphen at 1-614-889-1005.

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.