FERRARA IGNITER 2012: SUSPENSION:FRONT

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 18V174000

Make Model Year
FERRARA IGNITER 2012
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2018-04-27 2018-03-14 2018-03-16

Production Dates: 2004-01-02 - 2006-01-13

Manufacturers Involved: Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc.

Component: SUSPENSION:FRONT

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 59

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc. "Ferrara" is recalling certain 2004-2012 Inferno and Igniter emergency vehicles, equipped with Timoney Independent Front Suspensions. Inconsistent machining may result in fatigue cracks developing over time in the front axle spindles, causing failure of the spindle and the possible separation of a front wheel from the vehicle.

Consequence

A wheel separation from the vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Ferrara will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front axle spindle, free of charge. The recall began on April 27, 2018. 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.