Recall 11V507 affects 104 2009-2011 Ferrara Inferno and Igniter vehicles for unintended ESC brake activation. Repair is free at any franchised Ferrara dealer.
Ferrara is recalling 104 2009-2011 Inferno and Igniter vehicles equipped with Meritor WABCO electronic stability control because the ESC module can activate when it is not needed on certain road conditions. That false intervention can apply the front outer wheel service brake and increase crash risk, and the Ferrara dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The electronic stability control system on 2009-2011 Ferrara Inferno and Igniter vehicles is meant to help the driver keep control during a skid or sharp handling event. Its ESC module reads vehicle-motion signals and calculates slip angle, which is the difference between where the vehicle is pointed and where it is actually traveling. That calculation tells the system whether stability help is needed.
On affected vehicles, the Meritor WABCO ESC module can read a particular driving situation and certain unique road conditions the wrong way. The module then activates the ESC system even though the vehicle does not need that intervention. Because the slip angle calculation is affected, the system is responding to bad information instead of the vehicle's actual path.
There is no warning sign before failure. The driver should not expect a light, sound, or gradual change before the ESC system activates unnecessarily.
Who's affected?
Spans two fire truck lines across the 2009, 2010, and 2011 model years; both use the same electronic stability control component.
| 2011 Ferrara Inferno | Electronic stability control (esc) |
|---|---|
| 2010 Ferrara Igniter | Electronic stability control (esc) |
| 2009 Ferrara Igniter | Electronic stability control (esc) |
| 2009 Ferrara Inferno | Electronic stability control (esc) |
| 2010 Ferrara Inferno | Electronic stability control (esc) |
| 2011 Ferrara Igniter | Electronic stability control (esc) |
| Units affected | 104 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific truck.
What's the safety risk?
An ESC control module problem can make the system read an oversteer condition and apply the service brake on the outside front wheel until it reads the vehicle as stable. That unexpected braking can increase crash risk. Schedule the recall repair soon. Repair will be free at any franchised Ferrara dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2009-2011 Ferrara Inferno or Igniter is included in this recall.
- Wait for Ferrara's owner notice before scheduling if your VIN is included.
- Contact Ferrara customer service at 1-225-567-7100 to ask about the free ESC control-module replacement that stops unnecessary stability-control braking.
- Reference recall number 11V507 when you call or speak with a Ferrara service contact.
- Drive with caution until the repair is complete, and stop using the vehicle if the ESC applies braking unexpectedly.
What happens at the repair
Ferrara's recall remedy is to replace the electronic stability control module at no charge. For the 2009 to 2011 Inferno and Igniter vehicles in this campaign, a Ferrara technician replaces the control module that can activate the ESC system when it should not. The recall repair began on October 25, 2011, and parts and labor are covered. Call the dealer with campaign 11V507 and ask how they handle the control module replacement for your VIN.
Timeline
| October 12, 2011 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 25, 2011 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 11V507?
Recall 11V507 covers 104 2009-2011 Ferrara Inferno and Igniter vehicles with a Meritor WABCO electronic stability control module issue. The ESC system can activate unnecessarily under certain road and driving conditions, increasing crash risk. Ferrara will replace the control module for free.
What should I do if my 2009-2011 Ferrara Inferno or Igniter is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included in recall 11V507. If it is, contact Ferrara or a franchised Ferrara service location to arrange the control module replacement. Reference recall number 11V507 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the safety defect at no cost, and Ferrara's remedy for recall 11V507 is a free control module replacement. Ferrara also lists 1-225-567-7100 for owner contact about this recall.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is unintended ESC brake intervention. In NHTSA campaign 11V507, the module can perceive an oversteering condition and apply the front axle outer wheel service brake until the system reads the vehicle as stable, increasing crash risk.
When did Ferrara start the recall repair?
Ferrara began the safety recall on October 25, 2011. If your 2009-2011 Ferrara Inferno or Igniter still has an open recall 11V507, check your VIN and arrange the free control module replacement through Ferrara or a franchised Ferrara service location.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/11V507000 |
|---|---|
| Ferrara customer service | 1-225-567-7100 |
| NHTSA recall # | 11V507 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 11V507000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →