NHTSA Recall 13V167000: Equipment
HME, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 11 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Ferrara Intruder Ember.
| NHTSA campaign | 13V167000 |
|---|---|
| Component | EQUIPMENT |
| Report received | April 25, 2013 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
HME is recalling certain model year 2012 Spectr Fire Apparatus, Spectr Chassis, and 2011-2012 Ferrara Intruder Ember Chassis vehicles manufactured January 26, 2011, through November 7, 2012. These vehicles have axles are equipped with an MGM Type 24 J-series piston parking brake chamber. In the affected axles, the brake chambers may leak pressure allowing the parking brake to drag when it is supposed to be released. Brake dragging could lead to overheated brake components.
Safety risk
Overheated brake components could result in a fire.
Remedy
HME will notify owners and the brake chambers will be inspected and replaced as needed, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on, or before, May 13, 2013. Owners may contact HME at 1-616-534-1463.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 13V167000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Ferrara Intruder Ember | 2011, 2012 |
| Hme Spectr | 2012 |
| Hme Spectr Fire Apparatus | 2012 |
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.