Recall 14V230 affects 1 2013 Ferrara Intruder Ember Cab/Chassi vehicle for seat belt buckles that stick. Inspection and replacement are free at a Ferrara dealer.
Ferrara is recalling 1 2013 Intruder Ember Cab/Chassi emergency vehicle under recall 14V230 because the IMMI L9 seat belt buckle can stay partly latched after the release button is pressed. That can make the belt difficult to unlatch and hinder exit in an emergency; the Ferrara dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The seat belt buckle in the 2013 Ferrara Intruder Ember Cab/Chassi emergency vehicle is the receiver that holds the latch plate after the belt is pulled across the occupant. It is supposed to lock the belt for travel, then release cleanly when the button is pressed.
On the affected Ferrara, the IMMI-brand L9 buckle does not release cleanly. When the button is pressed, the latch plate can stay partly engaged inside the buckle instead of coming free. That partial engagement makes the seat belt difficult to unlatch, which is why the vehicle does not conform to the seat belt assembly standard.
There is no warning sign before failure. The issue shows up when an occupant presses the buckle button and the belt does not release normally.
Who's affected?
| 2013 Ferrara Intruder Ember Cab/Chassi | seat belt |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 1 |
A matching year and model does not confirm inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the buckle latch plate stays partly engaged after the release button is pressed, getting out of the vehicle takes longer and injury risk increases in an emergency. Treat any buckle that does not release cleanly as a reason to schedule service. Repair will be free at any franchised Ferrara dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2013 Ferrara Intruder Ember Cab/Chassi is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Ferrara dealer to ask about the free seat belt buckle inspection and replacement.
- Reference recall number 14V230 when you call so the dealer can find the correct seat belt buckle repair.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it, and describe the seat belt latch plate staying partly engaged after the release button is pressed.
- Use extra care with the affected seat belt until the dealer completes the repair, since a difficult buckle release can hinder emergency exit.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Ferrara technician inspects the emergency vehicle's seat belt buckles and replaces any buckle that does not release correctly. The dealer repair is free once the remedy is available. The recall began in June 2014, so confirm with the service desk whether the buckle inspection and replacement still show open for your VIN before arranging service. The repair centers on the IMMI-brand L9 buckles, not the entire seat belt system.
Timeline
| May 2, 2014 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 2, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V230?
Recall 14V230 covers 1 2013 Ferrara Intruder Ember Cab/Chassi emergency vehicle with IMMI-brand L9 seat belt buckles. The buckle latch plate can stay partly engaged after the release button is pressed, making the belt hard to unlatch. A dealer will inspect and replace the buckles for free as needed.
What should I do if my 2013 Ferrara Intruder Ember Cab/Chassi is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific emergency vehicle is included in recall 14V230. If it is, contact a franchised Ferrara dealer and ask for the seat belt buckle inspection. Reference recall 14V230 when you call. The inspection and needed buckle replacement are free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 14V230, the dealer will inspect the affected seat belt buckles and replace them as needed free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is delayed exit from the vehicle during an emergency. If the latch plate stays partly engaged after the release button is pressed, the seat belt becomes difficult to unlatch. That raises injury risk in an emergency, and the free dealer repair addresses the buckle problem.
What warning signs should I watch for?
The warning sign is a seat belt that is difficult to unlatch after pressing the buckle release button. If that happens, keep the recall number handy and contact a franchised Ferrara dealer for the free inspection and any needed buckle replacement.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V230000 |
|---|---|
| Ferrara customer service | 1-616-534-1463 |
| NHTSA recall # | 14V230 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 14V230000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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