Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #18V094000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 18V094000 by Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc.. Affecting 2015-2016 inferno and international 4400, 2013-2016 igniter, 2014-2017 cinder and freightliner m2 106, 2013-2014 ember and 2013-2017 kenworth t370 fire-fighting vehicles, equipped with hale pressure relief valves in the water pumps used for fire fighting Includes 66 affected units, Water Pressure Relief valve may Open, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModels2015-2016 inferno and international 4400, 2013-2016 igniter, 2014-2017 cinder and freightliner m2 106, 2013-2014 ember and 2013-2017 kenworth t370 fire-fighting vehicles, equipped with hale pressure relief valves in the water pumps used for fire fighting
Defect Summary
Ferrara fire apparatus, inc. (ferrara) is recalling certain 2015-2016 inferno and international 4400, 2013-2016 igniter, 2014-2017 cinder and freightliner m2 106, 2013-2014 ember and 2013-2017 kenworth t370 fire-fighting vehicles, equipped with hale pressure relief valves in the water pumps used for fire fighting. rings securing the valves may corrode over time after exposure to water, causing the ring to fail and the pressure relief valve to open, reducing the water pressure available for fire fighting.
Corrective Action
Ferrara will notify owners, and ferrara certified dealers or technicians will replace the relief valve retaining ring with one that is stainless steel, free of charge. the recall began on february 12, 2018. owners may contact ferrara customer service at 1-800-443-9006.