Recall 06V107000: American lafrance llc

Report received

Apr 7, 2006

Manufacturer

American lafrance llc

Potentially affected

32vehicles

Model years

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Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

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.

Possible consequence

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.