Recall 02V-037: 2000 Pierce Dash, 2000 Pierce Enforcer and 3 more

PIERCE MANUFACTURING,INC. recall for steering, reported to NHTSA on Oct 8, 2002, covering about 54 vehicles.

NHTSA number
02V-037
Report date
Oct 8, 2002
Vehicles affected
54
Owners notified
Oct 25, 2002

The problem

On some heavy duty class 8 vehicles equipped with arvinmeritor axle assemblies which may have been manufactured with trw model 20edl ball sockets, the tie rod ball-socket bearings have a below specification case depth and/or hardness which can lead to premature wear out of the socket in some applications.

The risk

If this condition occurs, the driver can lose steering control, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace the ball socket assemblies. Owner notification began october 25, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact pierce at 920-832-3000.

Notes

Pierce recall number- 74b35.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerPIERCE MANUFACTURING,INC.
ComponentSteering › Linkages › Tie Rod Assembly
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number02V037007

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Pierce Dash2000All years
Pierce Enforcer2000All years
Pierce Lance2000All years
Pierce Quantum2000All years
Pierce Saber2000All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 02V-037?

On some heavy duty class 8 vehicles equipped with arvinmeritor axle assemblies which may have been manufactured with trw model 20edl ball sockets, the tie rod ball-socket bearings have a below specification case depth and/or hardness which can lead to premature wear out of the socket in some applications.

How is recall 02V-037 fixed?

Dealers will replace the ball socket assemblies. Owner notification began october 25, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact pierce at 920-832-3000.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.