Recall
Sutphen Sph 100 — 13V565000
NHTSA ID
13V565000
Make
Sutphen
Model
Sph 100
Years Affected
2011
Recall Date
2013-11-13
Component
EQUIPMENT
Units Affected
156
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
Summary
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.
Consequence
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.
Remedy
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.