Recall 11V-384: 1995–2001 Pierce Arrow, 2003 Pierce Arrow XT and 7 more
PIERCE MANUFACTURING recall for fuel system, other, reported to NHTSA on Jul 26, 2011, covering about 6,803 vehicles.
The problem
Pierce has decided that certain model year 1995-2008 arrow xt, dash, custom contender, lance, enforcer, pierce arrow, quantum, saber and commercial fire trucks manufactured from january 2, 1995, through january 21, 2008, contain a safety defect. These vehicles are equipped with fuel tank straps that may corrode due to winter road salt or liquid de-icing chemicals. If the fuel tank straps corrode sufficiently, the fuel tank supporting straps may fracture and the fuel tank may fall from the vehicle.
The risk
The vehicles may lose power and stall. In addition, the fuel tank may rupture and spill diesel fuel on the roadway. Either of these outcomes may cause a fire truck or surrounding vehicles to slip or slide on the roadway surface, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
For fire trucks that are less than 10 years old, dealers will inspect the fuel tank straps and replace them if necessary with stainless steel straps free of charge. For vehicles that are older than 10 years, pierce is not offering a free remedy, but will offer for purchase replacement fuel tanks straps and provide instructions for installation. The safety recall began on august 27, 2011. Owners may contact pierce at 1-920-832-3000.
Notes
Pierce safety recall no. 74b218.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 | Fuel System, Other |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 11V384000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Pierce Arrow | 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001 | All years |
| Pierce Arrow XT | 2003 | All years |
| Pierce Commercial | 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 | All years |
| Pierce Custom Contender | 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003 | All years |
| Pierce Dash | 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 | All years |
| Pierce Enforcer | 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 | All years |
| Pierce Lance | 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003 | All years |
| Pierce Quantum | 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003 | All years |
| Pierce Saber | 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006 | 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 11V-384?
Pierce has decided that certain model year 1995-2008 arrow xt, dash, custom contender, lance, enforcer, pierce arrow, quantum, saber and commercial fire trucks manufactured from january 2, 1995, through january 21, 2008, contain a safety defect. These vehicles are equipped with fuel tank straps that may corrode due to winter road salt or liquid de-icing chemicals. If the fuel tank straps corrode sufficiently, the fuel tank supporting straps may fracture and the fuel tank may fall from the vehicle.
How is recall 11V-384 fixed?
For fire trucks that are less than 10 years old, dealers will inspect the fuel tank straps and replace them if necessary with stainless steel straps free of charge. For vehicles that are older than 10 years, pierce is not offering a free remedy, but will offer for purchase replacement fuel tanks straps and provide instructions for installation. The safety recall began on august 27, 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.