Recall 06V-143: 2003–2005 Ferrara Igniter, 2003–2005 Ferrara Inferno

FERRARA FIRE APPARATUS, INC recall for suspension, reported to NHTSA on Apr 28, 2006, covering about 12 vehicles.

NHTSA number
06V-143
Report date
Apr 28, 2006
Vehicles affected
12
Owners notified
Feb 3, 2006

The problem

On certain fire trucks equipped with certain nmb-minebea kingpin ballpin suspension assemblies, the kingpin ballpin assembly can fracture possibly allowing the associated wheel to disengage from part of the suspension.

The risk

Wheel separation while the vehicle is in use could lead to a vehicle crash.

The fix

Ferrara has replaced the king pins on all twelve fire trucks. No further action is necessary.

Notes

Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerFERRARA FIRE APPARATUS, INC
ComponentSuspension › Front › King Pin
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number06V143000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Ferrara Igniter2003, 2004, 2005All years
Ferrara Inferno2003, 2004, 2005All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 06V-143?

On certain fire trucks equipped with certain nmb-minebea kingpin ballpin suspension assemblies, the kingpin ballpin assembly can fracture possibly allowing the associated wheel to disengage from part of the suspension.

How is recall 06V-143 fixed?

Ferrara has replaced the king pins on all twelve fire trucks. No further action is necessary.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.