2001 Sutphen Sph 100 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2001 Sutphen Sph 100 — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

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How does 2001 compare to other Sph 100 years?

Sph 100 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2001 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2001 Sutphen Sph 100 have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

14V718000OtherNovember 10, 2014 · 181 units

Defect

Sutphen Corporation (Sutphen) is recalling certain model year 2000-2014 SPH 100, SP 110, SPI 112, SAI 110 aerial devices manufactured November 5, 2014. The main extension cable on the aerial ladders may fail.

Consequence

A cable failure may cause the ladder to collapse in use, increasing the risk of injury to a user.

Remedy

Sutphen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair or replace the ladders, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began in October 2014. Owners may contact Sutphen customer service at 1-866-287-5549. Sutphen's number for this recall is NACIS# 336120.

2001 Sutphen Sph 100 — common questions

Is the 2001 Sutphen Sph 100 reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2001 Sutphen Sph 100 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2001 Sutphen Sph 100. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.

How does 2001 compare to other Sph 100 years?

Does the 2001 Sutphen Sph 100 have recalls?

2001 Sutphen Sph 100 — common questions

Is the 2001 Sutphen Sph 100 reliable?

Does the 2001 Sutphen Sph 100 have recalls?

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