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Sutphen Fire Truck Recall 21V824: Lifting cables may slip, risking generator falling and injury

NHTSA campaign 21V824, reported October 20, 2021, 1 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

On this 2020 Sutphen fire truck with a Cummins generator set, the lifting cables may have been improperly crimped. During a lifting operation, a poorly crimped cable can come out of place, which could cause the generator set to fall and increases the risk of injury.

Cummins will inspect the lifting cable and either replace it or install a warning label, at no cost to you. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 29, 2021. If you have questions, contact Sutphen customer service at 1-614-889-1005. You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for any open recalls.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 21V824Sutphen Corporation
Component
EQUIPMENT
Problem
Sutphen Corporation (Sutphen) is recalling one 2020 Fire Truck equipped with a Cummins generator set. The lifting cables may be improperly crimped.
Risk
An improperly crimped cable may come out of place during a lifting operation, possibly causing the generator set to fall, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Cummins will inspect the lifting cable, and either replace the cable or install a warning label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed in October 29, 2021. Owners may contact Sutphen's 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.

Affected vehicles

Sutphen Fire Truck2020