Recall 08V-472: 2008 American Lafrance Condor

AMERICAN LAFRANCE LLC recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on Sep 15, 2008, covering about 1 vehicles.

NHTSA number
08V-472
Report date
Sep 15, 2008
Vehicles affected
1
Owners notified
Jan 7, 2009

The problem

American lafrance is recalling one (1) low cab forward (Lcf) condor truck equipped with a caterpillar c13 diesel engine. The extension pipes attached to the aftertreatment regeneration device (Ard) may develop a hole, and heat and flame may escape during a regeneration of the diesel particulate filter.

The risk

This may result in a fire hazard.

The fix

American lafrance is working with caterpillar to repair this vehicle (Please see 08e054). Owners may contact aterpillar at 1-800-447-4986 or american lafrance at 1-843-486-7400.

Notes

Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerAMERICAN LAFRANCE LLC
ComponentEngine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Diesel
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number08V472000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
American Lafrance Condor2008All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 08V-472?

American lafrance is recalling one (1) low cab forward (Lcf) condor truck equipped with a caterpillar c13 diesel engine. The extension pipes attached to the aftertreatment regeneration device (Ard) may develop a hole, and heat and flame may escape during a regeneration of the diesel particulate filter.

How is recall 08V-472 fixed?

American lafrance is working with caterpillar to repair this vehicle (Please see 08e054). Owners may contact aterpillar at 1-800-447-4986 or american lafrance at 1-843-486-7400.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.