9 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
Posted on: 2018-10-30
Description
Pierce manufacturing (pierce) is recalling certain 2017-2018 pierce arrow xt, dash, enforcer, impel, quantum, saber, velocity, and commercial vehicles equipped with whelen accessory brake lights. Depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, these brake lights may illuminate when the brake pedal has not been pressed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Consequence
If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Pierce will notify owners, and whelen will inspect the vehicles and replace the brake lights, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began march 4, 2019. Owners may contact pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723.
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 #2 - 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.
DEFECT #3 - EQUIPMENT
Posted on: 2020-09-23
Description
Pierce manufacturing (pierce) is recalling certain 2018-2020 arrow xt, dash, enforcer, impel, quantum, and velocity vehicles. Due to a problem with the joystick controller, the vehicle's aerial device may move without operator input.
Consequence
Unintended movement of the aerial device can increase the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Pierce will notify owners, and dealers will replace the potentially affected joysticks, free of charge. The recall began october 20, 2020. Owners may contact pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723.
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 #4 - FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL
Posted on: 2021-05-27
Description
Pierce manufacturing (pierce) is recalling certain 2017-2021 arrow xt, enforcer, impel, quantum, saber, and velocity vehicles. The sealing washer may not seat correctly in the pilot bore holes, allowing the high pressure fuel rail assembly to leak.
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the rail threads and fuel lines, and replace the rail as necessary, free of charge. Interim notification letters were mailed to owners on june 24, 2021. Owners may contact pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723.
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.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #5 - FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL
Posted on: 2021-05-27
Description
Pierce manufacturing (pierce) is recalling certain 2017-2021 arrow xt, enforcer, impel, quantum, saber, and velocity vehicles. The sealing washer may not seat correctly in the pilot bore holes, allowing the high pressure fuel rail assembly to leak.
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the rail threads and fuel lines, and replace the rail as necessary, free of charge. Interim notification letters were mailed to owners on june 24, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed july 30, 2021. Owners may contact pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723.
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.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #6 - EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:BOOM/CRANE/LADDER
Posted on: 2023-02-21
Description
Pierce manufacturing (pierce) is recalling certain 2018-2023 velocity, impel, enforcer, and arrow xt 110-foot aerial trucks. When the aerial platform is extended to its maximum angle, the platform mounting bracket may interfere with the basket handrail hinge peg and cause the handrail to detach from the basket.
Consequence
A basket handrail that unexpectedly detaches from the basket may increase the risk of injury to first responders using the handrail or to individuals on the ground near the vehicle.
Corrective Action
Dealers will install new basket handrail hinge pegs, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed march 16, 2023. Owners may contact pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723. Pierce's number for this recall is 74b326.
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.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #7 - EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:BOOM/CRANE/LADDER
Posted on: 2023-02-21
Description
Pierce manufacturing (pierce) is recalling certain 2018-2023 velocity, impel, enforcer, and arrow xt 110-foot aerial trucks. When the aerial platform is extended to its maximum angle, the platform mounting bracket may interfere with the basket handrail hinge peg and cause the handrail to detach from the basket.
Consequence
A basket handrail that unexpectedly detaches from the basket may increase the risk of injury to first responders using the handrail or to individuals on the ground near the vehicle.
Corrective Action
Dealers will install new basket handrail hinge pegs, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed march 16, 2023. Owners may contact pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723. Pierce's number for this recall is 74b326.
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.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #8 - EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:BOOM/CRANE/LADDER
Posted on: 2023-02-21
Description
Pierce manufacturing (pierce) is recalling certain 2018-2023 velocity, impel, enforcer, and arrow xt 110-foot aerial trucks. When the aerial platform is extended to its maximum angle, the platform mounting bracket may interfere with the basket handrail hinge peg and cause the handrail to detach from the basket.
Consequence
A basket handrail that unexpectedly detaches from the basket may increase the risk of injury to first responders using the handrail or to individuals on the ground near the vehicle.
Corrective Action
Dealers will install new basket handrail hinge pegs, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed march 16, 2023. Owners may contact pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723. Pierce's number for this recall is 74b326.
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.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #9 - EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:BOOM/CRANE/LADDER
Posted on: 2023-02-21
Description
Pierce manufacturing (pierce) is recalling certain 2018-2023 velocity, impel, enforcer, and arrow xt 110-foot aerial trucks. When the aerial platform is extended to its maximum angle, the platform mounting bracket may interfere with the basket handrail hinge peg and cause the handrail to detach from the basket.
Consequence
A basket handrail that unexpectedly detaches from the basket may increase the risk of injury to first responders using the handrail or to individuals on the ground near the vehicle.
Corrective Action
Dealers will install new basket handrail hinge pegs, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed march 16, 2023. Owners may contact pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723. Pierce's number for this recall is 74b326.
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.nhtsa.gov.