SUTPHEN FIRE TRUCK 2020: STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:PUMP

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 21V891000

Make Model Year
SUTPHEN FIRE TRUCK 2020
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2022-07-01 2021-11-17 2021-11-18

Manufacturers Involved: Sutphen Corporation

Component: STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:PUMP

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 20

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Sutphen Corporation "Sutphen" is recalling certain 2020 Sutphen Fire trucks. Pressure may build in the power steering pump and break the shaft seal, resulting in a loss of power steering assist.

Consequence

A loss of power steering assist can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the power steering pump serial numbers, and the affected pumps will be replaced, free of charge. Owners may contact Sutphen customer service at 1-614-889-1005.

Notes

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.nhtsa.gov.