Unexpected engine shutdown
Defect Summary
American lafrance is recalling certain model year 2010 heavy-duty class 8 eagle emergency vehicles manufactured from february 3, 2009 through march 16, 2010, and equipped with detroit diesel series 60 engines. the software on these engines may cause the engine to shut down unexpectedly when a diesel particulate filter over-temperature condition is detected.
Safety Consequence
Unexpected emergency vehicle engine shutdown could hamper rescue operations and put first responders and or the public at risk.
Corrective Action
American lafrance will notify owners and detroit diesel will repair the vehicles free of charge by reprogramming the engine motor control module. please see daimler trucks/detroit diesel's defect report 10e-005. the safety recall is expected to begin during june 2010. owners may contact detroit diesel at 1-800-547-0712 or on line http://www.detroitdiesel.com/supportnetwork.
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FAQ: Recall 10V227000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 10V227000?
NHTSA recall 10V227000 was issued by American Lafrance Llc on May 27, 2010. It addresses: Unexpected engine shutdown. The recall affects approximately 18 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized American Lafrance Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 10V227000 or the manufacturer campaign number ALF-0110. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.