Recall 08V-684: 2008 Ferrara Aerial, 2008 Ferrara Fire Truck and 1 more

FERRARA FIRE APPARATUS, INC recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on Dec 18, 2008, covering about 3 vehicles.

NHTSA number
08V-684
Report date
Dec 18, 2008
Vehicles affected
3
Owners notified
Dec 4, 2008

The problem

Ferrara recalled 3 fire trucks equipped with caterpillar engines. The extension pipes attached to the aftertreatment regeneration device (Ard) may develop a hole, and heat and flame may escape during a regeneration of the diesel particulate filter.

The risk

This may result in a fire hazard.

The fix

Ferrara is working with caterpillar to have the vehicles repaired (Please see 08e054). Owners have been notified and arrangements have been made to have these vehicles repaired.

Notes

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

Recall details

ManufacturerFERRARA FIRE APPARATUS, INC
ComponentEngine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Diesel
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number08V684000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Ferrara Aerial2008All years
Ferrara Fire Truck2008All years
Ferrara Pumper2008All 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 08V-684?

Ferrara recalled 3 fire trucks equipped with caterpillar engines. The extension pipes attached to the aftertreatment regeneration device (Ard) may develop a hole, and heat and flame may escape during a regeneration of the diesel particulate filter.

How is recall 08V-684 fixed?

Ferrara is working with caterpillar to have the vehicles repaired (Please see 08e054). Owners have been notified and arrangements have been made to have these vehicles repaired.

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.