2000 Pierce Custom Chassis recalls and problems
The 2000 Pierce Custom Chassis has 1 safety recall. Recall repairs are free at any Pierce dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2000 Pierce Custom Chassis vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2000 Pierce Custom Chassis recalls
Recall 03V-380: Steering
Problem: On certain fire trucks with tandem steer axles. The trw tie-rod on the rear-most axle of a tandem axle is restrained from rotational movement by a pair of anti-rotation seals located at the ball socket joints. These anti-rotation seals will compress over time. If the anti-rotation seal allows too much motion, the seals can deteriorate, allowing contact between the ball socket and the ball shaft. This metal-to-metal contact will transmit forces into the tie-rod tube, causing fatigue failure initiating at the root of the female treads.
Risk: Failure of the tie-rod will allow one of the wheels to swing to the limit of its steering stop, potentially causing a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the tie rod. Notification to owners began november 7, 2003. Owners should contact pierce at 1-888-974-3723.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2000 Pierce Custom Chassis have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2000 Pierce Custom Chassis: 03V-380 (steering). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Are Pierce recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Pierce dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.