NHTSA Recall 08V609000: Structure
AMERICAN LAFRANCE LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,251 vehicles. It affects 2000–2007 American Lafrance Condor.
| NHTSA campaign | 08V609000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | ALF-0308 |
| Component | STRUCTURE |
| Report received | November 24, 2008 |
| Owner notification | February 15, 2009 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
American lafrance is recalling 1,251 my 2000-2007 condor trucks. The bracket that attaches the hydraulic cylinder to the cab used to raise and lower the vehicle cab for maintenance activities can fail.
Safety risk
If the bracket fails due to the forces encountered when the cab passes the break over point and reaches the end of the cylinder travel, the cab will continue its forward movement until it reaches the ground. If the bracket fails during the lifting segment of raising the cab, the cab could fall unrestrained back down onto the chassis, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
American lafrance will repair these vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on may 13, 2010. Owners may contact american lafrance at 1-888-253-8725.
Notes
American lafrance recall no. Alf-0308.customers may 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 08V609000
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.