Recall 23V317 covered 3 2022 Ferrara Ultra and Inferno fire trucks for winch remotes that can corrode. Ferrara completed the free repair.
Ferrara is recalling 3 2022 Ultra and Inferno fire trucks equipped with a Warn winch and wireless handheld remote. Water intrusion in the remote can corrode the circuit board and let the winch operate unintentionally, which raises injury risk; Ferrara dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The WARN VR EVO winch on these 2022 Ferrara Ultra and Inferno fire trucks is recovery equipment mounted to pull, load, or reposition heavy objects when the crew needs controlled pulling force. Its handheld remote is the control point for the winch motor. In normal use, the operator commands the winch from the remote, and the motor runs only when that command is sent.
On affected trucks, water can enter the wireless handheld remote. Moisture inside the remote corrodes the circuit board. Corrosion can bridge or damage the controls, so the remote sends an unintended signal and the winch starts running without the operator pressing a control.
The warning sign is the sound of the winch motor running when the driver or winch operator did not intend to use it. Treat that sound as the sign that the remote control has failed and the winch is operating on its own.
Who's affected?
The recall centers on WARN VR EVO winches with wireless or corded remotes, which is why the affected Ferrara apparatus appear under both winch and electrical-system components.
| 2022 Ferrara Ultra | Winch |
|---|---|
| 2022 Ferrara Ultra | electrical system |
| 2022 Ferrara Inferno | Winch |
| 2022 Ferrara Inferno | electrical system |
| Units affected | 3 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching 2022 Ferrara Ultra or Inferno does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
An unintended winch activation increases the risk of injury because the winch runs when people around the vehicle expect it to stay off. If the driver or winch operator hears the winch motor running without a command, stop using the wireless remote and contact service. Repair is free at any franchised Ferrara dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2022 Ferrara Ultra or Inferno is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Ferrara dealer to confirm the free winch-remote inspection and battery-pack removal repair was completed.
- Reference recall number 23V317 when you call, and ask whether Ferrara's repair record shows your truck as completed.
- Stop using the wireless winch remote if inspection shows corrosion or water intrusion, and request the free replacement remote through WARN customer service.
- Keep the winch remote battery pack removed until the corrosion check and any needed remote replacement are complete.
What happens at the repair
For recall 23V317, Ferrara and Warn provide instructions to inspect the winch wireless remote for corrosion, then disable the wireless function by removing the remote battery pack. If corrosion or water intrusion is found, stop using the remote and contact WARN customer service for a replacement remote. The replacement remote is free under the recall. Ferrara says all affected vehicles were repaired by June 25, 2023. If you already paid out of pocket for this winch remote repair before the recall notice, contact Ferrara customer service with documentation so the claim can be handled under its reimbursement plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| May 4, 2023 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 12, 2023 | Dealer notification began |
| June 14, 2023 | Dealer notification ended |
| June 20, 2023 | Owner notification mailed |
| June 26, 2023 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 23V317?
Recall 23V317 covers 3 2022 Ferrara Ultra and Inferno fire trucks with WARN winch wireless remotes. Water intrusion can corrode the remote circuit board and allow unintended winch operation, increasing injury risk. Ferrara and WARN provided inspection instructions and free replacement remotes when needed.
What should I do if my 2022 Ferrara Ultra or Inferno is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific fire truck is included in recall 23V317. If it is, confirm the wireless winch remote was inspected, the battery pack was removed to disable wireless operation, and any corroded or water-damaged remote was replaced free of charge.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires recall remedies to be performed at no cost, and Ferrara's remedy says replacement WARN remotes are free when corrosion or water intrusion is found. Ferrara customer service can be reached at 1-800-443-9006.
What is the safety risk in recall 23V317?
The risk is unintended winch operation. In recall 23V317, water intrusion into the handheld wireless remote can corrode the circuit board and allow the winch to operate without command, increasing the risk of injury to firefighters, operators, or anyone near the truck.
Were the affected trucks already repaired?
Yes. Ferrara reported that all affected vehicles were repaired by June 25, 2023. A VIN check still matters if you manage a used or reassigned truck, since it confirms whether that exact vehicle was included and gives you the recall number to reference with Ferrara.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/23V317000 |
|---|---|
| Ferrara customer service | 1-800-443-9006 |
| NHTSA recall # | 23V317 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 23V317000 |
Source documents
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →