NHTSA Recall 09V210000: Quick release valve (service brakes)
FERRARA FIRE APPARATUS, INC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 89 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Ferrara Igniter.
| NHTSA campaign | 09V210000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, AIR › SUPPLY › QUICK RELEASE VALVE |
| Report received | June 10, 2009 |
| Owner notification | June 26, 2009 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Ferrara is recalling 89 model year 2008-2009 inferno and igniter fire trucks equipped with certain haldex quick release valves (qrv). The rubber diaphragm inside the qrv may experience delamination resulting in significant levels of air pressure leakage past and/or through the diaphragm, or the development of a bubble in the diaphragm which may trap air pressure in the valve and not allow the service brakes to release.
Safety risk
Malfunction of the air brake system could result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Ferrara will notify owners and repair the affected vehicle free of charge. The recall began on june 26, 2009. Owners can contact ferrara at 1-225-567-7100.
Notes
Owners 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 09V210000
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.