Sutphen Fire Truck recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

June 2, 2021

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Sutphen Corporation recalls 2019–2020 Sutphen Fire Truck

Recall number

21V412000

Brand / firm

Sutphen

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 8 units

Why it was recalled

Inability to use the wireless remote controller may hinder firefighting efforts, increasing the risk of injury.

What was recalled

Stuphen Corporation (Stuphen) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Fire Trucks equipped with a battery-powered 3600 wireless remote controller unit used to control the movement of electric firefighting monitors in firefighting vehicles. The monitor is used to direct the water stream and adjust the spray pattern. The wireless remote controller's sleep mode is disabled, and results in the batteries discharging faster than normal.

What to do

Dealers will update the wireless remote controller unit software, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a schedule for recall notification. Owners may contact Stuphen customer service at 1-614-889-1005.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.