Pump strainer could fail due to weak soldering
Defect Summary
Ferrara fire apparatus, inc. (ferrara) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 inferno, igniter, cinder, ultra, and intruder vehicles built on freightliner and international chassis manufactured august 3, 2015, to april 29, 2016, equipped with pumps to provide pressurized water to aid in fighting fires. these pumps have 6" intake strainers that may have been improperly soldered during production and, as a result, the strainers may come apart during use, allowing parts of the strainer and debris to enter the pump, possibly damaging the pump.
Safety Consequence
If the strainer and/or debris enters the pump, and the operator is forced to shut down the pump, reducing firefighting effectiveness, there could be an increased risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Ferrara will notify owners, and owners will check the strainer for missing solder at the joints. any strainers missing solder will be replaced, free of charge. the recall began on july 20, 2016. owners may contact ferrara customer service at 1-800-443-9006 or hale customer service at 1-800-533-3569.
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FAQ: Recall 16V445000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V445000?
NHTSA recall 16V445000 was issued by Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc. on June 16, 2016. It addresses: Pump strainer could fail due to weak soldering. The recall affects approximately 60 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V445000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.