2011 Ferrara Igniter | 2012 Ferrara Ultra | 2012 Ferrara Igniter | 2011 Ferrara Ultra — Parking brake: conventional: air
Published May 17, 2013 · Recall initiated: May 16, 2013
Summary
NHTSA records recall 13V205000, published May 17, 2013 and initiated May 16, 2013. Recalling firm: Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc.; 2011 Ferrara Igniter | 2012 Ferrara Ultra | 2012 Ferrara Igniter | 2011 Ferrara Ultra — Parking brake: conventional: air.
What's the hazard
Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc. (Ferrara) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Igniter and Ultra firetrucks. These vehicles are equipped with Meritor axle assemblies that were built with disc brakes using MGM J24 series air brake chambers. In the affected axles, the brake chambers may leak pressure allowing the parking brake to drag when it is supposed to be released. Brake dragging could lead to overheated brake components.
What to do
Ferrara has notified all affected owners and has replaced all of the affected brake chambers. Owners may contact Ferrara at 1-800-443-9006.
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Recall details
- Brand
- FERRARA
- Model
- IGNITER
- Manufacturer
- Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc.
- Lot
- 2011 FERRARA IGNITER | 2012 FERRARA ULTRA | 2012 FERRARA IGNITER | 2011 FERRARA ULTRA
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2011 Ferrara Igniter | 2012 Ferrara Ultra | 2012 Ferrara Igniter | 2011 Ferrara Ultra — Parking brake: conventional: air recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 13V205000 on May 17, 2013. Reported hazard: Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc. (Ferrara) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Igniter and Ultra firetrucks. These vehicles are equipped with Meritor axle assemblies that were built with disc brakes using MGM J24 series air brake chambers. In the affected axles, the brake chambers may leak pressure allowing the parking brake to drag when it is supposed to be released. Brake dragging could lead to overheated brake components.
What should I do if I have this product?
Ferrara has notified all affected owners and has replaced all of the affected brake chambers. Owners may contact Ferrara at 1-800-443-9006.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: FERRARA. Model: IGNITER.