2006 Sutphen Chassis recalls and problems

The 2006 Sutphen Chassis has 2 safety recalls and 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Sutphen dealer.

Recalls
2
Complaints
1
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2006 Sutphen Chassis vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2006 Sutphen Chassis recalls

Recall 10V-416: Engine and Engine Cooling

Reported Sep 14, 2010 · 54 vehicles affected · SUTPHEN CORPORATION

Problem: Sutphen is recalling certain model year 2006-2008 aerials and model year 2007-2008 pumper fire trucks 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.

Risk: Unexpected emergency vehicle engine shutdown increases the risk of a crash and could hamper rescue operations and put the transported passenger at risk.

Fix: Sutphen 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 began no october 15, 2010. Owners may contact detroit diesel at 1-800-547-0712 or on line http://www.detroitdiesel.com/supportnetwork.

Recall 08V-079: Steering

Reported Feb 25, 2008 · 56 vehicles affected · SUTPHEN CORP.

Problem: Sutphen is recalling 56 my 2006 fire truck chassis equipped with trw steering gears, models tas85. These steering gears contain potentially defective sector shafts with an incorrect gear tooth which may interfere with the rack-piston teeth, resulting in a sticking or binding condition.

Risk: This condition has the potential to cause the steering gear to stall and restrict the steering turning angle of the vehicle which could result in a vehicle crash.

Fix: Sutphen is working with trw to replace the defective steering gear (Please see 07e101). The recall began on march 3, 2008. Owners may contact trw at 765-429-1768 or sutphen at 1-866-287-5549.

2006 Sutphen Chassis problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Power Train1

Most reported parts

  • Power Train › Driveline — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 20,984 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2006 Sutphen Chassis complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Power Train · at 20,984 miles · reported Dec 23, 2009
South metro fire rescue authority has four 2006 sutphen sph aerial devices. One is a truck (No fire pump) and three that are ladders with fire pumps and a water tank (Quint). The units with pumps have had repeative drive line failures including ejecting the driveline while driving down an interstate at 65-70 miles per hour. One unit has had two driveline failures in the past eight months. The last failure included a total rebuild for the fire pump based on driveline vibration and failure. The problem has been discussed with the manufacturer and they told south metro fire that, "yes we know the…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2006 Sutphen Chassis have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2006 Sutphen Chassis: 10V-416 (engine and engine cooling), 08V-079 (steering). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2006 Sutphen Chassis?

Owners report power train problems most often (1 reports). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 20,984 miles.

Are Sutphen recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Sutphen dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.