Ferrara King Pin Recall 06V143000 (12 Vehicles)

The problem

On certain fire trucks equipped with certain nmb-minebea kingpin ballpin suspension assemblies, the kingpin ballpin assembly can fracture possibly allowing the associated wheel to disengage from part of the suspension.

The risk

Wheel separation while the vehicle is in use could lead to a vehicle crash.

The fix

Ferrara has replaced the king pins on all twelve fire trucks. No further action is necessary.

Contacts

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.

What to do

Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
Call a dealer. Any authorized Ferrara dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 06V143000.
Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.

Vehicle	Recalls	Grade
2003 Ferrara Igniter	1	A
2004 Ferrara Igniter	2	B
2005 Ferrara Igniter	2	B
2003 Ferrara Inferno	1	A
2004 Ferrara Inferno	2	C
2005 Ferrara Inferno	2	C

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Questions

Is the 06V143000 recall repair free?

Yes. Federal law requires the manufacturer to fix safety recalls free of charge. FERRARA FIRE APPARATUS, INC's dealers do the work; the remedy is described above.

How do I know if my vehicle is part of recall 06V143000?

Not every vehicle of a listed model year is included. Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call a dealer with your VIN.

When was recall 06V143000 announced?

FERRARA FIRE APPARATUS, INC reported it to NHTSA on April 28, 2006. Owners are usually notified by mail within about two months.

Suspension: king pin Ferrara recall