Recall 14V660000: 2009–2013 Pierce Arrow XT, 2009–2013 Pierce Enforcer, 2009–2013 Pierce Impel +2 more
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Oct 21, 2014
- Vehicles affected
- 135
- Models
- 5
- Initiated by
- ODI
The problem
Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain model year 2009-2013 Pierce Enforcer, Impel, Quantum, Velocity, and Arrow XT emergency vehicles manufactured November 11, 2009, to April 23, 2013, and equipped with TAK-4 front independent suspensions. The affected vehicles have front lower control arms that may crack and fracture.
The risk
If one of the lower control arm fractures, the attached wheel may separate, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Pierce will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the lower control arms, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on November 5, 2014. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723. Pierce's number for this recall is 74B257.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2009 Pierce Arrow XT
- 2010 Pierce Arrow XT
- 2011 Pierce Arrow XT
- 2012 Pierce Arrow XT
- 2013 Pierce Arrow XT
- 2009 Pierce Enforcer
- 2010 Pierce Enforcer
- 2011 Pierce Enforcer
- 2012 Pierce Enforcer
- 2013 Pierce Enforcer
- 2009 Pierce Impel
- 2010 Pierce Impel
- 2011 Pierce Impel
- 2012 Pierce Impel
- 2013 Pierce Impel
- 2009 Pierce Quantum
- 2010 Pierce Quantum
- 2011 Pierce Quantum
- 2012 Pierce Quantum
- 2013 Pierce Quantum
- 2009 Pierce Velocity
- 2010 Pierce Velocity
- 2011 Pierce Velocity
- 2012 Pierce Velocity
- 2013 Pierce Velocity
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 14V660000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 74B257
- Manufacturer
- Pierce Manufacturing
- Owner letters
- Nov 5, 2014
- Components
- Suspension:front:control arm:lower arm (Suspension)
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