Recall 15V560000

SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT

Report Date
20150904
Component
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT
Affected Vehicles
4 models

Defect Description

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.

Safety Consequence

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

Remedy

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.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2013 FERRARA IGNITER
2013 FERRARA INFERNO
2014 FERRARA IGNITER
2014 FERRARA INFERNO

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.