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2002 American Lafrance Condor recalls

There are 2 safety recalls on record for the 2002 American Lafrance Condor, covering 4,062 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

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Structure: bodyReported April 17, 2009 · 2,811 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Daimler trucks is recalling 2,811 my 2001-2007 condor trucks built by american lafrance, freightliner and sterling. The cab mounted bracket attached to the hydraulic cylinder used to raise and lower the cab for maintenance may wear leading to inadequate restraint, allowing the cab to fall forward onto the ground.
Risk
A cab falling forward to the ground unexpectedly may result in personal injury.
Remedy
Daimler trucks will notify owners and the vehicles will be repaired free of charge. The recall began on september 18, 2009. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1‑800‑547‑0712.

Recall number 09V128000 · Recall details

StructureReported November 24, 2008 · 1,251 vehicles affected
What is wrong
American lafrance is recalling 1,251 my 2000-2007 condor trucks. The bracket that attaches the hydraulic cylinder to the cab used to raise and lower the vehicle cab for maintenance activities can fail.
Risk
If the bracket fails due to the forces encountered when the cab passes the break over point and reaches the end of the cylinder travel, the cab will continue its forward movement until it reaches the ground. If the bracket fails during the lifting segment of raising the cab, the cab could fall unrestrained back down onto the chassis, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
American lafrance will repair these vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on may 13, 2010. Owners may contact american lafrance at 1‑888‑253‑8725.

Recall number 08V609000 · Recall details

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How many recalls does the 2002 American Lafrance Condor have?

2, covering structure.

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