2015 PIERCE DASH CF Recalls (3)

Campaign:
15V516000 on 08/12/2015
Component:
Power train:driveline:driveshaft
Manufactured:
11/02/2014 - 07/30/2015
Affected:
191
Defect:
Pierce manufacturing (pierce) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 pierce arrow xt, dash cf, enforcer, quantum, and velocity emergency vehicles manufactured from november 3, 2014, through july 31, 2015. the affected vehicles have a driveshaft that may bend or twist possibly causing it disconnect.
Consequence:
If the driveshaft disconnects from the vehicle, the vehicle would have a loss of drive, disabling it on the roadway and preventing the vehicle from responding to an emergency. additionally, portions of the driveshaft could become a road hazard. these scenarios may increase the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Pierce has notified owners, and dealers will install a stronger driveshaft, free of charge. the recall began on september 15, 2015. owners may contact pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723. pierce's number for this recall is 74b265.
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.

Campaign:
16V585000 on 08/04/2016
Component:
Power train:manual transmission
Manufactured:
06/28/2015 - 06/29/2016
Affected:
470
Defect:
Pierce manufacturing (pierce) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 arrow, dash, enforcer, impel, quantum, saber, and velocity fire trucks manufactured june 29, 2015, to june 30, 2016. the affected vehicles may be equipped with certain c20 and c21 split-shaft transmissions from waterous. this transmission sends power to the wheels of an emergency response vehicle or power to an add-on unit such as a water pump used for fighting fires. a component within the shift unit may be damaged and as a result, the operator may not be able to switch the power output.
Consequence:
If the power output cannot be changed, once the fire truck arrives at the scene, it may not be able to pump water to aid in extinguishing the fire, increasing the risk of injury.
Correction:
Piece will notify owners, and dealers will remove the shift unit assembly and replace the clevis pin and retaining rings, free of charge. the recall began on september 2, 2016. owners may contact pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723. pierce's number for this recall is 74b277.
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.

Campaign:
16V923000 on 12/21/2016
Component:
Electrical system:starter assembly
Manufactured:
10/16/2014 - 09/29/2016
Affected:
23
Defect:
Pierce manufacturing (pierce) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 dash emergency vehicles manufactured october 17, 2014, to september 30, 2016 and equipped with cummins isl engines. the affected vehicles have a starter motor that may be damaged from interference with to an incorrect cab lift pump bracket that was installed.
Consequence:
The interference may result in possible starter motor failure or an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.
Correction:
Pierce will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles, replacing the bracket and starter motor, as necessary, free of charge. the recall began on january 11, 2017. owners may contact pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723. pierce's number for this recall is 74b279.
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.

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