Ferrara Igniter recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

July 13, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc. recalls 2014–2016 Ferrara Igniter

Recall number

16V534000

Brand / firm

Ferrara

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 2 units

Why it was recalled

A short circuit may result in damage to components of the vehicle's electrical system, affecting their function, such as causing a loss of headlights, thereby increasing the risk of a crash. A short circuit may also increase the risk of a fire.

What was recalled

Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc. (Ferrara) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Igniter vehicles manufactured January 1, 2014, to May 2, 2016, equipped with certain Class 1 ES-KEY power control modules manufactured by Hale Products. The affected power control modules may not provide sufficient circuit protection depending on their combination of software and installation, possibly resulting in a short circuit.

What to do

Ferrara will notify owners, and dealers will upgrade the software and/or retrofit fuses, free of charge. The recall began on August 26, 2016. Owners may contact Ferrara customer service at 1-225-567-7100.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.