Pierce Manufacturing: Safety Recalls in 2023

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There were 3 safety recalls made by Pierce Manufacturing in 2023. See the details of the recalls below.

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Data Source: NHTSA.

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December 7, 2023

(Campaign #: 74B330)

Improperly Secured Electrical Connector

Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Arrow XT, Enforcer, and Velocity mid-mount tower trucks equipped with an aerial platform basket. The electrical connector to the aerial turntable wiring harness may not be properly secured, which can result in connector corrosion and affect the leveling ability of the platform basket.

NHTSA ID: 23V823000

Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

# of Units Affected: 314

Consequence Summary:

An inability for the platform basket to maintain level can result in the basket tipping, increasing the risk of injury.

Corrective Action:

Pierce will replace the aerial turntable wiring harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 14, 2023. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723. Pierce's number for this recall is 74B330.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 100

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June 6, 2023

(Campaign #: 74B327)

Stabilizer Beams May Develop Cracks

Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Ascendant 107' Aerials and 110' Platforms mounted on single rear axle Enforcer chassis. The galvanized stabilizer beams may develop cracks.

NHTSA ID: 23V407000

Component:

# of Units Affected: 5

Consequence Summary:

Cracks can cause instability when an aerial ladder or platform is elevated, increasing the risk of injury.

Corrective Action:

Dealers will inspect and replace the galvanized stabilizer beams as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 14, 2023. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 100

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February 17, 2023

(Campaign #: 74B326)

Aerial Ladder Basket Handrail May Detach

Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain 2018-2023 Velocity, Impel, Enforcer, and Arrow XT 110-foot aerial trucks. When the aerial platform is extended to its maximum angle, the platform mounting bracket may interfere with the basket handrail hinge peg and cause the handrail to detach from the basket.

NHTSA ID: 23V096000

Component: EQUIPMENT

# of Units Affected: 64

Consequence Summary:

A basket handrail that unexpectedly detaches from the basket may increase the risk of injury to first responders using the handrail or to individuals on the ground near the vehicle.

Corrective Action:

Dealers will install new basket handrail hinge pegs, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 16, 2023. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723. Pierce's number for this recall is 74B326.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 100

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