Recall 09V-203: 2008–2009 Pierce Arrow XT, 2008–2009 Pierce Custom Contender and 4 more
PIERCE MANUFACTURING recall for steering, reported to NHTSA on Jun 8, 2009, covering about 185 vehicles.
The problem
Pierce is recalling 185 model year 2008 and 2009 custom fire trucks manufactured between january 1, 2008 and may 31, 2009, equipped with meritor wabco steering angle sensors (Sas). Internal friction can develop between the sensor gears and the sensor housing as a result of external forces experienced on the vehicle including vibration. If developed friction is great enough, the driving tab of the sas can shear as the driver turns the steering wheel.
The risk
With a broken sas driving tab, the electronic stability control (Esc) will not function properly, which could possibly result in a vehicle crash.
The fix
Pierce will notify owners and the vehicles will be repaired free of charge. The safety recall began on july 2, 2009. Owners may contact pierce at 1-920-832-3000.
Notes
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> .
Recall details
| Manufacturer | PIERCE MANUFACTURING |
|---|---|
| Component | Steering |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 09V203000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Pierce Arrow XT | 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Pierce Custom Contender | 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Pierce Impel | 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Pierce Quantum | 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Pierce Saber | 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Pierce Velocity | 2008, 2009 | 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 09V-203?
Pierce is recalling 185 model year 2008 and 2009 custom fire trucks manufactured between january 1, 2008 and may 31, 2009, equipped with meritor wabco steering angle sensors (Sas). Internal friction can develop between the sensor gears and the sensor housing as a result of external forces experienced on the vehicle including vibration. If developed friction is great enough, the driving tab of the sas can shear as the driver turns the steering wheel.
How is recall 09V-203 fixed?
Pierce will notify owners and the vehicles will be repaired free of charge. The safety recall began on july 2, 2009. Owners may contact pierce at 1-920-832-3000.
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.