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2005 American Lafrance Fire Truck recalls

There are 2 safety recalls on record for the 2005 American Lafrance Fire Truck, covering 2,682 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

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StructureReported June 13, 2007 · 2,660 vehicles affected
What is wrong
On certain fire trucks, the vehicle cab hydraulic lift system used to raise and lower the cab for maintenance can fail.
Risk
If the cab is left in a raised position, it may not maintain its tilted upright position. Also if the equipment shifts inside the cab while the cab is in the raised position, it could cause an impact load on the tilt cylinders causing the cab to come crashing down, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
American lafrance has not yet provided a remedy or owner notification for this campaign. Owners may call american lafrance at 1‑843‑486‑7400.

Recall number 07V264000 · Recall details

Engine and engine cooling: engine: dieselReported June 9, 2006 · 22 vehicles affected
What is wrong
On certain fire trucks equipped with cummins isl cm850 diesel engines, the connecting rods which transfer energy from the piston to the crankshaft are defective and can result in seizure of the piston pin. A piston pin seizure can result in a mission-disabling engine failure.
Risk
This condition could ultimately result in a loss of vehicle power (engine stall) increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
American lafrance delivered one vehicle to a customer which has already been repaired. All other vehicles are still at the american lafrance manufacturing facility.

Recall number 06V204000 · Recall details

Questions about the 2005 American Lafrance Fire Truck recalls

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Do I have to pay for a recall repair?

No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.

How many recalls does the 2005 American Lafrance Fire Truck have?

2, covering structure and engine and engine cooling.

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