Power train: axle assembly
- Component
- Power train: axle assembly
- Manufacturer
- Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc.
- Vehicles affected
- 34
- Reported to NHTSA
- 2021-11-19
- Owners notified
- 2022-01-03
Defect description
Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc. (Ferrara) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Inferno and Cinder emergency vehicles. The rear axle drive pinion may fracture.
Safety risk
A fractured drive pinion may contact the brake drop hose, and unintentionally engage the parking brake or activate the brake lights, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Meritor will inspect and replace the drive pinion, as necessary, free of charge. Owners notification letters were mailed on January 3, 2022. Owners may contact Ferrara customer service at 1-800-443-9006.