Recall 08V-598: 2007–2008 Pierce Dash, 2007–2008 Pierce Enforcer and 3 more
PIERCE MANUFACTURING recall for service brakes, air, reported to NHTSA on Nov 18, 2008, covering about 15 vehicles.
The problem
Pierce is recalling 15 my 2007-2008 dash, enforcer, impel, quantum and velocity fire trucks equipped with arvinmeritor rear disc brakes and hendrickson firemaax suspension. Interference with the brake caliper adjuster bolt sleeve and the suspension beam may occur. This interference may occur if the right hand and left hand brake components were assembled on the wrong side of the axle. The adjuster bolt is designed to rotate as the brake pads wear. If the sleeve becomes damaged, the sleeve may prevent the adjuster from rotating.
The risk
If the adjuster can not rotate, brake performance may be compromised and a crash may occur.
The fix
Dealers will adjust the bolt sleeve and the proper components free of charge. All owners have been notified by arvinmeritor.
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.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | PIERCE MANUFACTURING |
|---|---|
| Component | Service Brakes, Air › Disc › Caliper |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 08V598000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Pierce Dash | 2007, 2008 | All years |
| Pierce Enforcer | 2007, 2008 | All years |
| Pierce Impel | 2007, 2008 | All years |
| Pierce Quantum | 2007, 2008 | All years |
| Pierce Velocity | 2007, 2008 | All 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 08V-598?
Pierce is recalling 15 my 2007-2008 dash, enforcer, impel, quantum and velocity fire trucks equipped with arvinmeritor rear disc brakes and hendrickson firemaax suspension. Interference with the brake caliper adjuster bolt sleeve and the suspension beam may occur. This interference may occur if the right hand and left hand brake components were assembled on the wrong side of the axle. The adjuster bolt is designed to rotate as the brake pads wear. If the sleeve becomes damaged, the sleeve may prevent the adjuster from rotating.
How is recall 08V-598 fixed?
Dealers will adjust the bolt sleeve and the proper components free of charge. All owners have been notified by arvinmeritor.
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.