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2005-2006 American Lafrance Pumper and American Lafrance Tanker recall: door

American Lafrance LLC reported this safety recall on April 7, 2006. It covers about 32 vehicles.

vehicles affected
32
reported
Apr 7, 2006
owners notified
Apr 20, 2006

Structure: body: door

What is wrong
On certain fire trucks built on eagle, metropolitan, and freightliner m2 heavy duty class 8 chassis, the compartment door opening hardware may fail due to forces generated when slamming the door. When this occurs, there is no way to open the compartment door without dismantling the handle assembly or in an emergency situation forcefully opening the door using a pry bar or fireman's axe.
Risk
The compartment door carries medical equipment and fire fighting equipment. Delayed access to the equipment due to an inoperative compartment door handle could mean the difference between life and death.
Remedy
Dealers will repair the compartment door free of charge. The recall began on april 20, 2006. Owners may contact american lafrance at 1‑843‑746‑7542.

Recall number 06V107000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 06V107000

Is there a recall on the 2005-2006 American Lafrance Pumper and American Lafrance Tanker door?

Yes. Recall 06V107000, reported on April 7, 2006, covers about 32 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 06V107000?

Dealers will repair the compartment door free of charge. The recall began on april 20, 2006. Owners may contact american lafrance at 1‑843‑746‑7542.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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