The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·13V565000·Announced 2013-11-13

Sutphen Fire Apparatus Recall for Ladder Bearing Defect

Sutphen is recalling specific fire apparatus models because ladder extension bearings may seize, causing cables to fail and the aerial to retract unexpectedly.

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 mechanical defect in a fire apparatus that could cause the aerial to retract unexpectedly, posing a risk of injury to personnel. The source text describes the potential for injury but does not report specific incidents of death or serious injury, nor does it provide an FDA/USDA classification, fitting the 'High' severity criteria for risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported.

Plain-English summary

Sutphen Corporation is recalling certain model year 2003-2012 SPH 100, model year 2000-2004 SP 110, model year 2003-2011 SPI 112, and model year 2003-2011 SAI 110 fire apparatus. The recall addresses a defect in the bearings used for the extension of the ladder. In the affected vehicles, these bearings may seize, which can cause the extension cables passing over them to chafe and fail.

The failure of the extend/retract system can cause the aerial to unexpectedly retract. This movement could result in injuries to personnel on or around the vehicle. The recall was completed on May 17, 2013, during which Sutphen inspected all affected vehicles and repaired them as necessary, free of charge.

Owners may contact Sutphen at 1-614-889-1005 for more information. Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

The recalled product

Product
SUTPHEN SPH 100, SP 110, SPI 112, SAI 110
Brand
SUTPHEN
Manufacturer
Sutphen Corporation
Category
Vehicle — Fire Apparatus
Hazard
Affected units
156

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 (4)

  • SPH 100
  • SP 110
  • SPI 112
  • SAI 110

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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