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2011-2012 Ferrara Intruder Ember, Hme Spectr and others recall: equipment

Hme, Inc. reported this safety recall on April 25, 2013. It covers about 11 vehicles.

vehicles affected
11
reported
Apr 25, 2013

Equipment

What is wrong
HME is recalling certain model year 2012 Spectr Fire Apparatus, Spectr Chassis, and 2011-2012 Ferrara Intruder Ember Chassis vehicles manufactured January 26, 2011, through November 7, 2012. These vehicles have axles are equipped with an MGM Type 24 J-series piston parking brake chamber. 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.
Risk
Overheated brake components could result in a fire.
Remedy
HME will notify owners and the brake chambers will be inspected and replaced as needed, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on, or before, May 13, 2013. Owners may contact HME at 1‑616‑534‑1463.

Recall number 13V167000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 13V167000

Is there a recall on the 2011-2012 Ferrara Intruder Ember, Hme Spectr and others equipment?

Yes. Recall 13V167000, reported on April 25, 2013, covers about 11 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 13V167000?

HME will notify owners and the brake chambers will be inspected and replaced as needed, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on, or before, May 13, 2013. Owners may contact HME at 1‑616‑534‑1463.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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