The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·19V677000·Announced 2019-09-24

Ferrara Recalls 2015-2019 Inferno Fire Trucks Due to Front Shock Defect

Ferrara is recalling 2015-2019 Inferno fire trucks because front shocks may separate and damage steering components, increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (front suspension component separation) that can lead to loss of steering assist and increased crash risk, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc. is recalling certain 2015-2019 Inferno fire trucks equipped with independent front suspensions manufactured by Reyco Granning. The recall involves 25 vehicles.

The front shocks may separate from their upper mount on the front suspension. A loose shock may contact and damage the steering gear housing, possibly causing a steering fluid leak and a loss of power steering assist. A loss of hydraulic steering assist can increase the risk of a crash.

Ferrara will notify owners and will work with Reyco Granning to inspect and remedy the vehicles free of charge. Ferrara issued owners an interim notification on September 24, 2019, and the recall began October 9, 2019. Owners may contact Ferrara customer service at 1-800-443-9006 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
FERRARA INFERNO
Brand
FERRARA
Manufacturer
Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Fire Apparatus
Hazard
Affected units
25

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 (1)

  • INFERNO

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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