The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·22V020000·Announced 2022-01-20

Ferrara Fire Apparatus Recalls 2019-2022 Emergency Vehicles for Fuel Leak Risk

Ferrara Fire Apparatus is recalling 2019-2022 Inferno, Cinder, and Igniter vehicles because fuel tubes may crack, causing high-pressure leaks that increase fire 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 (fuel system) that can lead to a fire, which aligns with the rubric criteria for a Severe (4) rating involving significant injury or property damage risks.

Plain-English summary

Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc. is recalling certain 2019-2022 Inferno, Igniter, and Cinder emergency vehicles. The recall addresses a defect in the fuel tubes located between the fuel rail and the injectors for cylinders four, five, and six. These tubes may fatigue and crack over time, which can result in a high-pressure fuel leak.

A high-pressure fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire. No specific number of affected units is provided in the source text, but the recall covers the specified model years and models.

Dealers will correct the issue free of charge. For engines with 75 miles or less, vibration isolators will be installed on the fuel tubes. For engines with more than 75 miles, new fuel tubes with vibration isolators will be installed. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on January 31, 2022. 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, CINDER, IGNITER
Brand
FERRARA
Manufacturer
Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Fire Apparatus
Hazard
Affected units
29

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 (3)

  • INFERNO
  • CINDER
  • IGNITER

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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