American Lafrance · Canada · Crit
American Lafrance Fire Truck: Electrical
Affects American Lafrance Fire Truck · 1997–1999 — about 14 vehicles.
The hazard
On certain vehicles, the wiring used in the harness for the air tank drain heater was undersized. If there is a short in the heater and the circuit breaker does not trip, the harness will overheat, possibly resulting in a fire. Correction: A wiring harness with larger gauge wires will be installed.
What to do
Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational