The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·15V560000·Announced 2015-09-04

Ferrara Recalls 2013-2014 Igniter and Inferno Firetrucks for Suspension Defect

Ferrara is recalling 2013-2014 Igniter and Inferno firetrucks because loose front suspension ball joints may separate, causing loss of steering control and increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (loose ball joints) that can lead to loss of steering control and an increased risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Igniter and Inferno firetrucks manufactured between October 16, 2013, and December 10, 2014. The affected vehicles are built with independent front suspensions that may have loose ball joints.

A loose ball joint may separate from the steering linkage, resulting in a loss of steering control and an increased risk of a crash.

Ferrara will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the firetrucks and replace the affected suspension components, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in October 2015. Owners may contact Ferrara customer service at 1-225-567-7100 ext 3011 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
FERRARA IGNITER, INFERNO
Brand
FERRARA
Manufacturer
Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Fire Apparatus
Hazard
Affected units
8

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (2)

  • IGNITER
  • INFERNO

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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