2000-2007 American Lafrance Condor recall: structure
American Lafrance LLC reported this safety recall on November 24, 2008. It covers about 1,251 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 1,251
- reported
- Nov 24, 2008
- owners notified
- Feb 15, 2009
Structure
- 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
Affected vehicles
Questions about recall 08V609000
Is there a recall on the 2000-2007 American Lafrance Condor structure?
Yes. Recall 08V609000, reported on November 24, 2008, covers about 1,251 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 08V609000?
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.
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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