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NHTSARecalled Apr 25, 2013 · #13V167000

Leaking Brake Pressure may Lead to Wheel End Fire

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

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. Overheated brake components could result in a fire.

Product details

Product
  • Leaking Brake Pressure may Lead to Wheel End Fire
  • 2011-2012 Ferrara Intruder Ember Chassis
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
HME, Inc.
Model numbers
2012 Spectr, 2012 Ferrara
UPCs

What you should do

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.

View the official CPSC notice