Recall 11V230000: 2009–2011 Pierce Arrow XT, 2009–2011 Pierce Velocity
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Apr 5, 2011
- Vehicles affected
- 5
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Pierce is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 arrow xt and velocity fire apparatus manufactured from june 30, 2009, through march 15, 2011. The front axle of these vehicles were built with michelin 365/70r22.5 xza tires installed on 12.25 inch wide wheels. These tires require 10.5 inch wide wheels. Therefore, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 120, "tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars."
The risk
The wider 12.25 inch wheel may cause the tire bead to separate from the rim. This tire bead separation can cause a tire failure that may cause the vehicle to crash without prior warning.
The fix
Dealers will install new 10.5 inch wide wheels and new michelin 365/70r22.5 zxa tires on the front axle of the fire apparatus free of charge. The safety recall began on april 15, 2011. Owners may contact pierce at 1-920-832-3000.
Notes
Pierce's recall campaign number is 74b213.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> .
Affected vehicles
- 2009 Pierce Arrow XT
- 2010 Pierce Arrow XT
- 2011 Pierce Arrow XT
- 2009 Pierce Velocity
- 2010 Pierce Velocity
- 2011 Pierce Velocity
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 11V230000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 74B213
- Manufacturer
- PIERCE MANUFACTURING
- Owner letters
- Apr 15, 2011
- Components
- Wheels (Wheels & Tires)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology