Recall 11V-255: 2003–2008 Pierce Arrow XT, 1998–2008 Pierce Dash and 2 more

PIERCE MANUFACTURING recall for vehicle speed control, reported to NHTSA on Apr 26, 2011, covering about 5,022 vehicles.

NHTSA number
11V-255
Report date
Apr 26, 2011
Vehicles affected
5,022
Owners notified
May 9, 2011

The problem

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.

The risk

If the accelerator pedal becomes stuck, the operator may lose control of the vehicle increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

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> .

Recall details

ManufacturerPIERCE MANUFACTURING
ComponentVehicle Speed Control › Accelerator Pedal
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number11V255000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Pierce Arrow XT2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008All years
Pierce Dash1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008All years
Pierce Enforcer2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008All years
Pierce Lance1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008All 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 11V-255?

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.

How is recall 11V-255 fixed?

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.

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.