NHTSA Recall 06V107000: Door (structure)
AMERICAN LAFRANCE LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 32 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the American Lafrance Pumper.
| NHTSA campaign | 06V107000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | ALF-0106 |
| Component | STRUCTURE › BODY › DOOR |
| Report received | April 7, 2006 |
| Owner notification | April 20, 2006 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain fire trucks built on eagle, metropolitan, and freightliner m2 heavy duty class 8 chassis, the compartment door opening hardware may fail due to forces generated when slamming the door. When this occurs, there is no way to open the compartment door without dismantling the handle assembly or in an emergency situation forcefully opening the door using a pry bar or fireman's axe.
Safety risk
The compartment door carries medical equipment and fire fighting equipment. Delayed access to the equipment due to an inoperative compartment door handle could mean the difference between life and death.
Remedy
Dealers will repair the compartment door free of charge. The recall began on april 20, 2006. Owners may contact american lafrance at 1-843-746-7542.
Notes
American lafrance recall no. Alf-0106.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration?s vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 06V107000
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.