Recalls for 2011 Pierce Impel

8 recalls found.

All Pierce Recalls

Maugansville Goodwill Volunteer Fire Company, Washington County, Maryland

Mack Fire Service Bulldog

DEFECT #1 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Posted on: 2011-08-18
Description
Pierce is recalling certain model year 2011 arrow xt, custom contender, dash cf, impel, saber, and velocity emergency vehicles manufactured from january 24, 2011, through april 19, 2011, equipped with a cummins isb, isx, isc, or isl diesel engine.  The v-band clamp assembly, part numbers q187684, q187685, and q187686, used to connect the inlet and outlet cone sections to the diesel oxidation catalyst (doc)/diesel particulate filter (dpf) include a t-bolt which can fracture and fail when subjected to stress or load.  A fracture or failure of the t-bolt may cause the clamp to loosen and the inlet or outlet sections attached to the doc/dpf housing to disconnect.

Consequence
If the inlet or outlet sections disconnect, hot exhaust gases can vent prior to exiting the tailpipe, creating the risk of combustion and a fire.  If both clamps fail, there is a risk in some applications that the doc/dpf housing may detach completely, creating a road hazard.

Corrective Action
Pierce is working with cummins to identify and notify owners of the recall campaign.  Repairs will be performed by authorized cummins dealers free of charge.  The safety recall began on october 10, 2011.  Owners may contact cummins at 1-812-377-5000 or pierce at 1-920-832-3000.

Notes
Cummins recall campaign number is c1154.pierce's recall campaign number is 74b221.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

DEFECT #2 - STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR

Posted on: 2011-11-18
Description
Pierce manufacturing (pierce) is recalling certain model year 2005, 2008-2011 arrow xt, custom contender, dash, enforcer, impel, quantum, saber, and velocity 75 foot hal (heavy aluminum ladder) fire apparatus bodies vehicles manufactured from may 17,2005, through october 13, 2011, that may be equipped with dual scba cylinder storage compartments. These compartments extend inboard horizontally from the side of the rear body. The scba compartment door latch orientation may have been manufactured incorrectly, allowing the door to accidentally open while the vehicle is in motion. The door may open without warning and without knowledge to the driver.

Consequence
If the door opens, the scba cylinders may fall out of the compartment and onto the roadway, increasing the risk of a crash or injury to pedestrians.

Corrective Action
Pierce dealers will notify owners, and will install a flat reinforcement plate that spans the length of the scba door. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on december 5, 2011. Owners may contact pierce at 1-920-832-3000.

Notes
Pierce safety recall number is 74b186.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .

DEFECT #3 - ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL

Posted on: 2011-11-02
Description
Pierce manufacturing (pierce) is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 arrow xtand velocity, model year 2008-2011 custom contender, impel, quantum and model year 2009-2011 saber emergency trucks, equipped with meritor wabco electronic stability control (esc) modules, manufactured from december 19, 2007, through october 7, 2011. Under certain road and driving conditions, vehicle body roll and road inclination characteristics may adversely affect the slip angle calculation of the electronic stability control (esc) system. This might cause the esc to perceive an over steering situation and therefore apply the outer wheel brake on the front axle until the vehicle is perceived to be stable.

Consequence
If the driver is slow to react during this esc intervention, the vehicle may deviate from the intended line of travel, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Pierce is working with meritor wabco and will replace the control module free of charge. The safety recall began on december 16, 2011. Owners may contact meritor wabco at 1-248-435-8001 or pierce at 1-920-832-3000.

Notes
The nhtsa number assigned to the meritor wabco's recall is 11e-039.pierce's safety recall number is 74b226.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .

DEFECT #4 - STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR

Posted on: 2013-05-22
Description
Pierce manufacturing inc.  (pierce) is recalling certain model year 2007-2013 velocity, impel, and dash cf emergency vehicles manufactured june 6, 2007, through may 31, 2013.  The springs in the outer door handles are not of sufficient stiffness to prevent inadvertent door opening in certain impacts.  Thus, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no.  206, door locks and door retention components.

Consequence
In the event of a crash, the weak springs may allow the door to open and possibly fail to contain emergency personnel or equipment, increasing the risk of injury.

Corrective Action
Pierce will notify owners, and dealers will replace the door handle spring with a stiffer one, free of charge.  Owners may contact pierce at 1-920-832-3000.  The recall began on june 28, 2013.  Pierce's recall number is 74b242.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

DEFECT #5 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Posted on: 2013-11-06
Description
Pierce manufacturing inc. (pierce) is recalling one model year 2009 enforcer emergency vehicle and certain model year 2009-2013 arrow xt, saber, velocity, impel, quantum, and commercial vehicles. The trailer connector circuit was wired such that the stop signal overrides the turn signal and the trailer lights do not indicate a turn when brakes are applied.

Consequence
The absence of trailer turn signals may confuse other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Pierce will notify owners, and dealers will install a new electrical harness, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact pierce at 1-920-832-3000. Pierce's recall number is 74b244.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

DEFECT #6 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL

DEFECT #7 - SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM

Posted on: 2014-10-21
Description
Pierce manufacturing (pierce) is recalling certain model year 2009-2013 pierce enforcer, impel, quantum, velocity, and arrow xt emergency vehicles manufactured november 11, 2009, to april 23, 2013, and equipped with tak-4 front independent suspensions. The affected vehicles have front lower control arms that may crack and fracture.

Consequence
If one of the lower control arm fractures, the attached wheel may separate, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Pierce will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the lower control arms, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on november 5, 2014. Owners may contact pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723. Pierce's number for this recall is 74b257.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

DEFECT #8 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Posted on: 2019-01-31
Description
Pierce manufacturing (pierce) is recalling certain 2004-2018 arrow xt, dash, enforcer, impel, quantum and velocity aerial vehicles. The aerial device may unexpectedly rotate to the right when the ladder is being extended.

Consequence
If the aerial device moves in an unexpected direction, the ladder may contact an object, such as a building or an electrical wire, increasing the risk of injury.

Corrective Action
Pierce will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the aerial control module, free of charge. The recall began february 28, 2019. Owners may contact pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723. Pierce's number for this recall is 74b295.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.