Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc. is recalling certain 2000-2016 Fire Apparatus 100' Rear Mount
— Recall Campaign #17V326000
Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc. (Ferrara) is recalling certain 2000-2016 Fire Apparatus 100' Rear Mount Platform emergency vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with a movable ladder access guardrail that may bend or break under heavy loads.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 61 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
17V326000
| Manufacturer: | Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | May 18, 2017 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 17V326000 |
| Units affected: | 61 |
- Description:
- Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc. (Ferrara) is recalling certain 2000-2016 Fire Apparatus 100' Rear Mount Platform emergency vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with a movable ladder access guardrail that may bend or break under heavy loads.
- Consequeces:
- A guardrail that bends or breaks under load can increase the risk of injury.
- Corrective action:
- Ferrara will notify owners, and service personnel or service centers will install a brace for the mansaver guardrail bar to support the required loads, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in June 2017. Owners may contact Ferrara customer service at 1-800-443-9006.
- Notes:
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.