NHTSA Recall 17V326000: Equipment
Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 61 vehicles. It affects 2000–2016 Ferrara Apparatus 100' Platform.
| NHTSA campaign | 17V326000 |
|---|---|
| Component | EQUIPMENT |
| Report received | May 18, 2017 |
| Owner notification | December 6, 2017 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc. (Ferrara) is recalling certain 2000-2016 Fire Apparatus 100' Rear Mount Platform emergency vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with a movable ladder access guardrail that may bend or break under heavy loads.
Safety risk
A guardrail that bends or breaks under load can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Ferrara will notify owners, and service personnel or service centers will install a brace for the mansaver guardrail bar to support the required loads, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in June 2017. Owners may contact Ferrara customer service at 1-800-443-9006.
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 17V326000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Ferrara Apparatus 100' Platform | 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 |
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.