2007 PIERCE LANCE Recalls (8)

Campaign:
08V020000 on 01/14/2008
Component:
Steering:gear box:shaft pitman
Manufactured:
09/28/2007 - 11/28/2007
Affected:
22
Defect:
On certain fire trucks equipped with trw steering gears, models tas85 and rcs85, these steering gears contain potentially defective sector shafts with an incorrect gear tooth which may interfere with the rack-piston teeth, resulting in a stick or bind condition.
Consequence:
This condition has the potential to cause the steering gear to stall and restrict the steering turning angle of the vehicle which could result in a vehicle crash.
Correction:
Pierce is working with trw to replace the defective steering gear (please see 07e101). the recall began on january 11, 2008. owners ontact trw at 765-429-1768 or pierce at 920-832-3249.
Notes:
Customers 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.
Campaign:
10V195000 on 05/09/2010
Component:
Engine and engine cooling
Manufactured:
12/19/2006 - 01/31/2010
Affected:
827
Defect:
Pierce is recalling certain model year 2006 through 2010 arrow xt, dash, lance, quantum, and velocity emergency vehicles manufactured from december 20, 2006, through february 1, 2010, equipped with detroit diesel series 60 engines. the engine may shut down unexpectedly when a diesel particulate filter over temperature condition is detected.
Consequence:
Unexpected emergency vehicle engine shutdown under certain conditions could hamper rescue operations and place the public at risk.
Correction:
Owners will be notified by detroit diesel and detroit diesel will repair the vehicles free of charge by reprogramming the engine control logic to illuminate a malfunction indicator light without requesting engine shutdown. please see daimler trucks' defect report 10e-005. the safety recall began on may 28, 2010. owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712 or pierce at 1-920-832-3000.
Notes:
Pierce's recall campaign number is 39-0139830.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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Campaign:
10V300000 on 06/29/2010
Component:
Structure:body:bumpers
Manufactured:
02/19/2003 - 03/26/2009
Affected:
25
Defect:
Pierce is recalling certain model year 2003 through 2009 custom contender, dash, enforcer, impel, lance saber, and velocity fire trucks manufactured from february 20, 2003, through march 27, 2009. these trucks may be equipped with drop-down fire hose trays mounted under the front bumper. the hose tray latch may accidentally open while the vehicle is in motion.
Consequence:
If this occurs the fire hose may drop to the roadway without warning. potential injury to people and property may occur. the sudden hose deployment may also distract drivers trying to avoid the hose and a crash may occur.
Correction:
A new and improved latch design has been developed and a new hose box incorporating the new latch will be installed free of charge. the safety recall began on october 4, 2010. owner may contact pierce at 1-920-832-3000.
Notes:
Pierce safety recall no. 39-0139830.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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Campaign:
10V423000 on 09/21/2010
Component:
Steering
Manufactured:
05/29/1998 - 11/24/2008
Affected:
2,652
Defect:
Pierce is recalling certain model year 1998 through 2008 arrow xt, lance, velocity, enforcer, impel, and dash custom fire apparatus vehicles manufactured from may 30, 1998 through november 25, 2008. the steering gear bracket may fracture and break. if this occurs the steering gear may detach from the vehicle.
Consequence:
Detachment of the steering gear will result in a loss of steering control that could cause a crash.
Correction:
Pierce will notify owners and dealers will install a new steering gear mounting bracket free of charge. the safety recall began on october 12, 2010. owners are being instructed to inspect the steering gear bracket prior to each trip. the remedy to repair this defect is expected to begin no earlier the january 31, 2011. owners may contact pierce at 1-888-974-3723.
Notes:
Pierce safety recall no. 74b207.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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Campaign:
11V255000 on 04/27/2011
Component:
Vehicle speed control:accelerator pedal
Manufactured:
05/29/1998 - 05/11/2008
Affected:
5,022
Defect:
Pierce is recalling certain model year 1999-2008 arrow xt, dash, lance, and enforcer fire apparatus manufactured from june 22, 1999, through may 12, 2008, and equipped with an electronic accelerator pedal. after repeated use with excessive force, the accelerator pedal arm may bend and cause the pedal to move closer to the floor. if the pedal arm bends far enough, the pedal may contact the cab floor without warning and stick in the full throttle position.
Consequence:
If the accelerator pedal becomes stuck, the operator may lose control of the vehicle increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Dealers will remove the existing accelerator arm and install a redesigned pedal arm free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on or about may 9, 2011. owners may contact pierce at 1-920-832-3000.
Notes:
Pierce safety recall no. 74b215.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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Campaign:
13V525000 on 11/06/2013
Component:
Equipment
Manufactured:
09/30/2000 - 05/30/2010
Affected:
3,115
Defect:
Pierce manufacturing inc. (pierce) is recalling certain model year 2000-2009 enforcer and model year 2000-2010 dash, lance, and arrow xt vehicles. while raising or lowering the cab as part of vehicle maintenance, the mounts on which the cab tilt cylinders pivot may fatigue and fail allowing the cab to fall until the safety catch activates.
Consequence:
If a person is in the path of the moving cab when a mount fails, the person may be hit by the falling cab, increasing the risk of injury.
Correction:
Pierce will notify owners, and dealers will affix new safety signs advising the operator to stay clear of the cab while it is being tilted, free of charge. the recall began on january 6, 2014. owners may contact pierce at 1-920-832-3000. pierce's recall number is 74b240.
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:
15V615000 on 09/30/2015
Component:
Suspension:front:control arm:upper ball joint
Manufactured:
12/31/2005 - 03/30/2007
Affected:
910
Defect:
Pierce manufacturing (pierce) is recalling certain model year 2006-2007 arrow xt, dash, enforcer, lance, impel, and quantum vehicles manufactured january 1, 2006, to march 31, 2007. in the affected vehicles, tears in the ball joint protective boots may result in contamination of the ball joints.
Consequence:
The contamination may cause premature ball joint failure and the wheel to disengage from the control arm, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Correction:
Pierce will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the affected vehicles for torn ball joint boots. pierce will also evaluate the ball joint wear. ball joints with an unexpected level of wear will be replaced. these repairs will be performed free of charge. the recall began on december 10, 2015. owners may contact pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723. pierce's number for this recall is 74b267.
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:
15V615000 on 09/30/2015
Component:
Suspension:front:control arm:lower ball joint
Manufactured:
12/31/2005 - 03/30/2007
Affected:
910
Defect:
Pierce manufacturing (pierce) is recalling certain model year 2006-2007 arrow xt, dash, enforcer, lance, impel, and quantum vehicles manufactured january 1, 2006, to march 31, 2007. in the affected vehicles, tears in the ball joint protective boots may result in contamination of the ball joints.
Consequence:
The contamination may cause premature ball joint failure and the wheel to disengage from the control arm, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Correction:
Pierce will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the affected vehicles for torn ball joint boots. pierce will also evaluate the ball joint wear. ball joints with an unexpected level of wear will be replaced. these repairs will be performed free of charge. the recall began on december 10, 2015. owners may contact pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723. pierce's number for this recall is 74b267.
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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