REC-002703

active

0 American LaFrance Fire Tenders

Category: Heavy Vehicle · Supplier: DaimlerChrysler Australia / Pacific Pty Ltd

Recall date: 12 January 2005

Defect

One or both lifting rams may lock when the cab is being lowered due to the operation of the fluid velocity sensors. If this occurs in one cylinder but not both, the resulting unequal load may cause one or both of the cylinders to bend, lowering the load dangerously.

Hazard

Personal injury or vehicle damage.

Remedy

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — DaimlerChrysler Australia / Pacific Pty Ltd — or your nearest authorised dealer to arrange the recall remedy.
Recall repairs are free of charge. The manufacturer or supplier is legally required to fix the defect at no cost to you.
If you have difficulty getting the recall addressed, contact the Department of Infrastructure or your state's consumer protection agency.

Check Your VIN

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number to check if your specific vehicle is affected by this recall.

Source: vehiclerecalls.gov.au