Defect Description For Recall
Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc. (Ferrara) Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2013-2014 Igniter And Inferno Firetrucks Manufactured October 16, 2013, To December 10, 2014. The Affected Vehicles Are Built With Independent Front Suspensions That May Have Loose Ball Joints.
Make Of Vehicle
FERRARA
Model Of Vehicle
INFERNO
Year
2013
Recall Campaign Number
15V560000
Component Description
Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Upper Ball Joint
Effect Of Defect
A Loose Ball Joint May Separate From The Steering Linkage Resulting In A Loss Of Steering Control And An Increased Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
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.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20131016
End Of Manufacture
20141210
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
8
Date Owners Notified
20151023
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc.
Date Report Received
20150904