The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·10V227000·Announced 2010-05-27

American LaFrance Eagle Emergency Vehicles Recalled for Engine Shutdown Risk

American LaFrance is recalling 2010 Eagle emergency vehicles because engine software may cause unexpected shutdowns, potentially hampering rescue operations.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (emergency vehicle engine shutdown) where injury has not yet been reported, fitting the High severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

American LaFrance LLC is recalling certain model year 2010 heavy-duty Class 8 Eagle emergency vehicles manufactured between February 3, 2009, and March 16, 2010. These vehicles are equipped with Detroit Diesel Series 60 engines. The recall affects 18 units.

The defect involves engine software that may cause the engine to shut down unexpectedly when a diesel particulate filter over-temperature condition is detected. An unexpected engine shutdown in an emergency vehicle could hamper rescue operations and put first responders or the public at risk.

American LaFrance will notify owners, and Detroit Diesel will repair the vehicles free of charge by reprogramming the engine motor control module. The safety recall was expected to begin during June 2010. Owners may contact Detroit Diesel at 1-800-547-0712 or visit their website for more information.

The recalled product

Product
AMERICAN LAFRANCE EAGLE
Brand
AMERICAN LAFRANCE
Manufacturer
AMERICAN LAFRANCE LLC
Category
Vehicle — Emergency Vehicle
Hazard
Affected units
18

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • EAGLE

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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