NHTSA Recall 08V684000: Diesel (engine and engine cooling)
FERRARA FIRE APPARATUS, INC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 3 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Ferrara Aerial.
| NHTSA campaign | 08V684000 |
|---|---|
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › ENGINE › DIESEL |
| Report received | December 18, 2008 |
| Owner notification | December 4, 2008 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety risk
This may result in a fire hazard.
Remedy
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> .
Vehicles covered by recall 08V684000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.