NHTSA Recall 13V205000: Air (parking brake)
FERRARA FIRE APPARATUS, INC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 52 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Ferrara Igniter.
| NHTSA campaign | 13V205000 |
|---|---|
| Component | PARKING BRAKE › CONVENTIONAL › AIR |
| Report received | May 16, 2013 |
| Owner notification | May 16, 2013 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc. (Ferrara) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Igniter and Ultra firetrucks. These vehicles are equipped with Meritor axle assemblies that were built with disc brakes using MGM J24 series air brake chambers. 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
Ferrara has notified all affected owners and has replaced all of the affected brake chambers. Owners may contact Ferrara at 1-800-443-9006.
Notes
Customers may contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 13V205000
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.