Ferrara Aerial recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

March 2, 2021

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc. recalls 2009–2020 Ferrara Aerial

Recall number

21V130000

Brand / firm

Ferrara

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 257 units

Why it was recalled

A damaged positional waterway trolley can become disconnected from the ladder and drop to the ground, increasing the risk of injury or death.

What was recalled

Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc. (Ferrara) is recalling certain 2009-2020 Aerial vehicles equipped with a positional waterway trolley. If the operator attempts to both extend the ladder, and shift from one mode to the other at the same time, the locking tabs can be broken off the locking arms.

What to do

Ferrara will notify owners, and dealers will adjust the proximity switches for units equipped with a positional waterway mode shift timer interlock system, free of charge. The recall began on April 20, 2021. Owners may contact Ferrara customer service at 1-800-443-9006.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.