Sutphen Corporation: Safety Recalls in 2013

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There was 1 safety recall made by Sutphen Corporation in 2013. See the detail of the recall below.

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November 13, 2013

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Aerial Fire Ladder May Retract

Sutphen Corporation (Sutphen) 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. In the affected vehicles, the bearings used for the extension of the ladder may seize causing the extension cables passing over them to chafe and fail.

NHTSA ID: 13V565000

Component:

# of Units Affected: 156

Consequence Summary:

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.

Corrective Action:

Sutphen has notified owners, and inspected all of the affected vehicles, repairing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall was completed on May 17, 2013. Owners may contact Sutphen at 1-614-889-1005.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

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