Pierce Manufacturing: Safety Recalls in 2017

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There were 4 safety recalls made by Pierce Manufacturing in 2017. See the details of the recalls below.

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September 14, 2017
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Tie Rod may Loosen

Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Arrow XT, Enforcer, Impel, Quantum, Saber, and Velocity vehicles, equipped with certain Spicer D-Series and E-Series steer axles. The castellated nut on the steer axles may not be properly torqued, allowing the tie rod to loosen.
NHTSA ID: 17V570000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 56
Consequence Summary:
If the tie rod loosens, it may disconnect from the steering knuckle, causing a complete loss of steering and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Pierce will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the torque of the castellated nut and tie rod, tightening it as necessary. If the tie rod stud and knuckle on units cannot be sufficiently torqued, the dealer will replace the knuckle and tie rod end assembly, free of charge. The recall began on November 30, 2017. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-414-832-3000.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 26.42
July 18, 2017
(Campaign #: 74B281)

Fire Truck may not Pump Water in Cold Temperatures

Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Arrow XT, Enforcer, Impel, Quantum, and Velocity fire trucks equipped with Hale Pump Interlock Module Kits. The Hale interlock pressure switch can fail after prolonged exposure to extreme cold temperatures, preventing the fire truck water pump from operating.
NHTSA ID: 17V455000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 65
Consequence Summary:
If the fire truck cannot pump water during a fire emergency, there would be an increased risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
Pierce will notify owners, and Hale Products dealers will replace the interlock modules, free of charge. The recall began on March 24, 2017. Owners may contact Hale customer service at 1-800-533-3569 or Pierce customer service at 1-414-832-3000. Pierce's number for this recall is 74B281.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
May 31, 2017
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Improperly Torqued Sway Bar Fasteners

Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain 2012-2017 Arrow XT, Dash, Enforcer, Quantum, and Velocity fire trucks equipped with the T3 rear steer option. The affected vehicles have a rear sway bar that may detach from the vehicle.
NHTSA ID: 17V349000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 29
Consequence Summary:
If the sway bar detaches, the vehicle may sway more during steering maneuvers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Pierce will notify owners, and dealers will replace and properly torque the sway bar fasteners, free of charge. The recall began on July 11, 2017. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 89.66
May 30, 2017
(Campaign #: 74B283)

Rear Steer Axle Shaft not Properly Heat Treated

Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain 1999-2013 Arrow XT, Dash, Enforcer, Quantum and Velocity fire trucks equipped with the electric All-steer rear steering option. The affected vehicles have rear steer axle shafts that were not properly heat treated.
NHTSA ID: 17V348000
Component: POWER TRAIN
# of Units Affected: 225
Consequence Summary:
Axle shafts that are not properly heat treated may break and potentially disable the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Pierce will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear steer axle shafts, free of charge. An interim notice was mailed on July 24, 2017. The recall began June 3, 2020. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 95.45