Recall 21V130 covers 257 2009-2020 Ferrara Aerial vehicles with positional waterway trolleys that can disconnect. Repair is free at any franchised Ferrara dealer.
Ferrara is recalling 257 2009-2020 Aerial vehicles because the positional waterway trolley locking tabs can break if the operator extends the ladder while changing modes. A damaged trolley can disconnect from the ladder and fall to the ground, increasing the risk of injury or death, and Ferrara dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
Does this recall apply to your specific vehicle?
The official, free per-VIN recall check is run by NHTSA. Enter your VIN and we'll forward you directly — and add you to a free watchlist so you hear about new recalls for your vehicle.
Check my VIN at NHTSARecallNotify doesn't check your VIN — NHTSA's official tool does. We use your email only to alert you to new recalls.
Watch this vehicle for recalls
Add it to your free watchlist and we will alert you as new federal recalls are posted for your year, make and model. New-recall alerts are rolling out now.
You are on the watchlist.
We will email you as new federal recalls are posted for your vehicle.
What's wrong?
The positional waterway trolley on 2009-2020 Ferrara Aerial apparatus is the moving carriage that helps route water along the aerial ladder while the ladder is being positioned. Its locking arms and tabs hold the trolley in the correct mode so the waterway stays secured as crews extend or shift the ladder.
On affected Aerial apparatus, the proximity switches were not set properly during manufacturing. Those switches tell the system where the trolley is during operation. If an operator extends the ladder and shifts from one mode to another at the same time, the trolley can load the locking arms the wrong way and break the locking tabs. With the tabs broken, the trolley is no longer held as designed.
Crews can hear a loud noise when the locking tabs break. Missing tabs can also be seen from the side of the ladder with the ladder stowed on the apparatus, and inspections should catch that damage before the aerial is used again.
Who's affected?
The scope spans the listed Aerial model years from 2009 through 2020, with the same adaptive/mobility equipment component named for each year.
| 2009 Ferrara Aerial | Equipment adaptive/mobility |
|---|---|
| 2010 Ferrara Aerial | Equipment adaptive/mobility |
| 2011 Ferrara Aerial | Equipment adaptive/mobility |
| 2012 Ferrara Aerial | Equipment adaptive/mobility |
| 2013 Ferrara Aerial | Equipment adaptive/mobility |
| 2014 Ferrara Aerial | Equipment adaptive/mobility |
| 2015 Ferrara Aerial | Equipment adaptive/mobility |
| 2016 Ferrara Aerial | Equipment adaptive/mobility |
| 2017 Ferrara Aerial | Equipment adaptive/mobility |
| 2018 Ferrara Aerial | Equipment adaptive/mobility |
| 2019 Ferrara Aerial | Equipment adaptive/mobility |
| 2020 Ferrara Aerial | Equipment adaptive/mobility |
| Units affected | 257 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 1 field incident to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
In recall 21V130, a damaged positional waterway trolley can disconnect from the ladder, drop to the ground, and increase the risk of injury or death. A loud break noise or missing locking tabs is a reason to stop using the ladder until inspected. Repair is free at any franchised Ferrara dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2009-2020 Ferrara Aerial is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Ferrara dealer to schedule the free proximity-switch adjustment that helps keep the positional waterway trolley secured to the ladder.
- Give recall number 21V130 when you call, and ask whether Ferrara needs the apparatus available for inspection before the adjustment.
- Bring the recall notice if Ferrara mailed one, plus service records tied to the waterway trolley or ladder interlock system.
- Avoid extending the ladder while shifting waterway modes until the adjustment is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Ferrara technician adjusts the proximity switches on units equipped with a positional waterway mode shift timer interlock system. The adjustment is free under the recall, and parts and labor are covered. Ferrara lists a general reimbursement plan on file. If you already paid for this repair, contact Ferrara customer service at 1-800-443-9006 and ask what documentation is needed for reimbursement.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| March 2, 2021 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 1, 2021 | Dealer notification began |
| April 5, 2021 | Dealer notification ended |
| April 8, 2021 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| April 8, 2021 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| April 20, 2021 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 21V130?
Recall 21V130 covers 257 2009-2020 Ferrara Aerial vehicles equipped with a positional waterway trolley. If the ladder is extended while shifting waterway modes, the locking tabs can break. Ferrara dealers will adjust the proximity switches for free.
What should I do if my 2009-2020 Ferrara Aerial is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Aerial vehicle is included in recall 21V130. If it is, contact a Ferrara dealer or Ferrara customer service at 1-800-443-9006 to arrange the proximity-switch adjustment. Reference recall number 21V130 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Ferrara says dealers will adjust the proximity switches free of charge. The recall repair has been available since April 20, 2021.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is that a damaged positional waterway trolley can disconnect from the ladder and fall to the ground. Ferrara and NHTSA link that failure to an increased risk of injury or death under recall 21V130.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/21V130000 |
|---|---|
| Ferrara customer service | 1-800-443-9006 |
| NHTSA recall # | 21V130 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 21V130000 |
Source documents
-
Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 23, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →