Recall 16V534 affects 2 2014-2016 Ferrara Igniter vehicles for insufficient ES-KEY circuit protection. Repair will be free at any franchised Ferrara dealer once available.
Ferrara is recalling 2 2014-2016 Igniter vehicles because certain Class 1 ES-KEY power control modules lack sufficient circuit protection in some software and installation combinations. A short circuit can damage electrical components, including headlights, and increase crash or fire risk; the Ferrara dealer repair will be free once the remedy is available.
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What's wrong?
The ES-KEY Supernode in 2014-2016 Ferrara Igniter fire apparatus is a power control module. It manages electrical outputs for equipment connected to the module, including utility flash circuits used on fire department vehicles. In normal use, the module routes power and protects the wiring from current levels that exceed the circuit's capacity.
On affected Igniter vehicles, the Supernode's software and installation combination does not provide enough circuit protection. A current spike can overload the wiring path and result in a short circuit. Ferrara's fix path centers on the module's software revision and circuit protection: programming updates eliminate the issue, and an added fuse in series protects the Supernode from current spikes above the wiring capacity.
During inspection or daily fire department checks, crews can notice flashing circuit failures on components connected to the Supernode. Treat that as the warning sign to report when speaking with the dealer or service provider.
Who's affected?
The scope spans three Igniter model years with the same electrical system component.
| 2014 Ferrara Igniter | electrical system |
|---|---|
| 2016 Ferrara Igniter | electrical system |
| 2015 Ferrara Igniter | electrical system |
| Units affected | 2 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
A short circuit can damage electrical-system components, including headlight circuits, and raise crash and fire risk. Treat flashing circuit failures on Supernode components during inspection or daily checks as a reason to contact Ferrara and schedule service. Repair will be free at any franchised Ferrara dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2014-2016 Ferrara Igniter is included in this recall.
- Contact Ferrara customer service at 1-225-567-7100 to confirm current repair timing before scheduling service.
- Ask when the free ES-KEY software upgrade or fuse retrofit is open for your vehicle; this repair addresses the short-circuit risk in the power control module.
- Keep the recall notice with the vehicle, and reference recall number 16V534 when you call Ferrara or the dealer.
- Limit operation until repair instructions are confirmed; a short circuit can damage electrical components, cause headlight loss, and raise fire risk.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Ferrara technician will upgrade the ES-KEY power control module software, retrofit fuses, or do both if the vehicle needs both steps. The final dealer repair will be free once available. Ferrara's source text says owner notification began on August 26, 2016, but this page does not show the final remedy as available. Ferrara has a general reimbursement plan on file for eligible out-of-pocket repairs. If you paid for this repair before the recall work, contact Ferrara customer service with documentation.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| July 13, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 8, 2016 | Dealer notification began |
| August 8, 2016 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| August 26, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
| August 26, 2016 | Dealer notification ended |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V534?
Recall 16V534 covers 2 2014-2016 Ferrara Igniter vehicles with Class 1 ES-KEY power control modules that lack enough circuit protection for certain software and installation combinations. Ferrara dealers upgrade the software, retrofit fuses, or both, free of charge.
What should I do if my 2014-2016 Ferrara Igniter is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 16V534. If it is, contact a Ferrara dealer or Ferrara customer service at 1-225-567-7100 to arrange the software upgrade, fuse retrofit, or both. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Ferrara's remedy says dealers will upgrade the software, retrofit fuses, or both, free of charge.
What is the safety risk in recall 16V534?
The risk is an electrical short circuit. In recall 16V534, a short circuit can damage electrical components, including the headlights, increasing crash risk. It can also increase fire risk. Ferrara's free dealer remedy adds the needed software update, fuse retrofit, or both.
When did Ferrara start this recall repair?
Ferrara began the recall on August 26, 2016. If your Igniter never received the repair, check your VIN and contact a Ferrara dealer or Ferrara customer service with recall number 16V534.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V534000 |
|---|---|
| Ferrara customer service | 1-225-567-7100 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V534 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V534000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) - Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 31, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →