Recall
Freightliner American Lafrance — 99V145000
NHTSA ID
99V145000
Make
Freightliner
Model
American Lafrance
Years Affected
1998
Recall Date
1999-06-09
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY
Units Affected
32
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
FL-240
Summary
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: FIRE TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH AIR TANK DRAIN HEATERS. THE WIRING USED IN THE HARNESS FOR THE AIR TANK DRAIN HEATER IS UNDERSIZED.
Consequence
IF THERE IS A SHORT IN THE HEATER AND THE CIRCUIT BREAKER DOES NOT TRIP, THE HARNESS WILL OVERHEAT.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE HARNESS WITH ONE THAT HAS LARGER GAUGE WIRES.
Affected Vehicles
Freightliner American Lafrance
Model Years: 1998