2002 Pierce Saber recalls and problems
The 2002 Pierce Saber has 2 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Pierce dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2002 Pierce Saber vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2002 Pierce Saber recalls
Recall 11V-384: Fuel System, Other
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.
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.
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.
Recall 05V-351: Seats
Problem: Certain fire trucks with command cabs fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 207,"seating systems." the rescue body offerings do not meet the pull test requirements. The pedestal seat was mounted by drilling and tapping the cab or body floor.
Risk: In the event of a crash, the pedestal seat fasteners could fail to restrain the seat, increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the seat pedestals. If the seat was mounted with tapped fasteners, the fasteners will be removed and a hole will be drilled to replace the mounting fasteners with 7/16" bolts and nuts. The recall began on august 19, 2005. Owners may contact pierce at 920-832-3249.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2002 Pierce Saber have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2002 Pierce Saber: 11V-384 (fuel system, other), 05V-351 (seats). 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.