NHTSA Recall 04V270000: Structure
FREIGHTLINER LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,339 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the American Lafrance Eagle.
| NHTSA campaign | 04V270000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-427 |
| Component | STRUCTURE |
| Report received | June 9, 2004 |
| Owner notification | October 11, 2004 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain fire trucks, one or both of the cab tilt cylinders may lock when the cab is being lowered. This can happen if a velocity fuse trips in either of the cylinders.
Safety risk
If only one velocity fuse trips and not the other, the resulting unequal loading may cause one or both of the cylinders to bend allowing the cab to lower to the chassis.
Remedy
Dealers will install flow restrictors in the cab tilt blinders to reduce the speed at which the cab lowers. The recall began on october 11, 2004. Owners should contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes
Freightliner recall no. Fl-427.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 04V270000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| American Lafrance Eagle | 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 |
| American Lafrance Metropolitan | 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.