2016 Pierce Dash CF recalls and problems
The 2016 Pierce Dash CF has 4 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Pierce dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2016 Pierce Dash CF vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2016 Pierce Dash CF recalls
Recall 22V-809: Structure, Equipment
Problem: Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain 2010-2022 Pierce Velocity, Enforcer, Arrow XT, Quantum, and Dash CF fire trucks. Stokes basket mounting brackets may be insufficiently welded.
Risk: The left and/or right brackets can fail, allowing the stokes basket to fall and increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Pierce will replace the stokes basket mounting brackets, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 14, 2022. Owners may contact Pierce's customer service at 1-888-974-3723. Pierce's number for this recall is 74B323.
Recall 16V-923: Electrical System
Problem: Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Dash emergency vehicles manufactured October 17, 2014, to September 30, 2016 and equipped with Cummins ISL engines. The affected vehicles have a starter motor that may be damaged from interference with to an incorrect cab lift pump bracket that was installed.
Risk: The interference may result in possible starter motor failure or an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix: Pierce will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles, replacing the bracket and starter motor, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on January 11, 2017. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723. Pierce's number for this recall is 74B279.
Recall 16V-585: Power Train
Problem: Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Arrow, Dash, Enforcer, Impel, Quantum, Saber, and Velocity fire trucks manufactured June 29, 2015, to June 30, 2016. The affected vehicles may be equipped with certain C20 and C21 split-shaft transmissions from Waterous. This transmission sends power to the wheels of an emergency response vehicle or power to an add-on unit such as a water pump used for fighting fires. A component within the shift unit may be damaged and as a result, the operator may not be able to switch the power output.
Risk: If the power output cannot be changed, once the fire truck arrives at the scene, it may not be able to pump water to aid in extinguishing the fire, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Piece will notify owners, and dealers will remove the shift unit assembly and replace the clevis pin and retaining rings, free of charge. The recall began on September 2, 2016. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723. Pierce's number for this recall is 74B277.
Recall 16V-123: Power Train
Problem: Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain model year 2016 Arrow-XT, Dash, Enforcer, Impel, Quantum, Saber, and Velocity fire and emergency vehicles manufactured October 13, 2015, to February 9, 2016. The fastener cap over the bearing on the universal joint of the drive shaft may have been improperly tightened.
Risk: If the cap was not properly tightened, the cap may detach from the vehicle and become a road hazard. Additionally, the universal joint may separate and the vehicle may not be able to be driven, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Pierce will notify owners, and dealers will check and correct the tightness of all bolts for the universal joint caps, as needed, free of charge. The recall began on March 25, 2016. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723. Pierce's number for this recall is 74B270.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2016 Pierce Dash CF have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2016 Pierce Dash CF: 22V-809 (structure, equipment), 16V-923 (electrical system), 16V-585 (power train), 16V-123 (power train). 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.