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Pierce Manufacturing: 45 recalls from 2015 to 2026 (NHTSA)
Pierce Manufacturing is named in 45 recalls from 2015 to 2026: all from the NHTSA. The latest, on April 6, 2026, covers Pierce Enforcer, Arrow XT, Impel (2015 to 2026) (674). Hazard: A false firm-on-ground indicator light may lead to using the aerial device when the vehicle may shift during aerial operation, increasing the risk of injury. Source: NHTSA recall 26V217000.
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- Agencies
- National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
- First recall
- March 25, 2015
- Latest recall
- April 6, 2026
Recalls
Each recall is listed once, with the role this firm has in it. Roles: manufacturer (45).
| Date | Agency | Product | Hazard | Units | Remedy | Sold at | Role | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 6, 2026 | NHTSA | Pierce Enforcer, Arrow XT, Impel (2015 to 2026) | A false firm-on-ground indicator light may lead to using the aerial device when the vehicle may shift during aerial operation, increasing the risk of injury. | 674 | Pierce will provide instructions on how to update the vehicle software and perform an aerial device functional check, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 29, 2026. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at... | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| February 2, 2026 | NHTSA | Pierce Impel, Enforcer, Velocity (2025) | Steering linkage arm detachment can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash. | 51 | Dealers will tighten the steering linkage arm bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 10, 2026. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723. | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| December 2, 2024 | NHTSA | Pierce Velocity, Enforcer, Quantum (2023 to 2024) | The tires can separate from the wheels, increasing the risk of a crash. | 8 | Pierce will supply new front steer axle wheel/tire assemblies and updated tire information labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 23, 2024. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723. | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| February 26, 2024 | NHTSA | Pierce Commercial (2023 to 2024) | Overloaded electrical circuits can overheat, increasing the risk of fire. | 15 | Weldon will update the firmware, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a schedule for recall notification. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723. Pierce's number for this recall is 74B334. | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| February 21, 2024 | NHTSA | Pierce Enforcer, Saber, Velocity (2020 to 2023) | Partially obstructed rear lights can reduce the vehicle's visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash. | 4 | Pierce will reposition the lights, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 15, 2024. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723. Pierce's number for this recall is 74B333. | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| January 10, 2024 | NHTSA | Pierce International, Freightliner (2020 to 2023) | Overloaded electrical circuits can overheat, increasing the risk of fire. | 248 | Pierce will work with the equipment manufacturer Weldon to update the firmware, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 26, 2024. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723. Pierce's number for... | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| December 7, 2023 | NHTSA | Pierce Arrow XT, Enforcer, Velocity (2019 to 2023) | An inability for the platform basket to maintain level can result in the basket tipping, increasing the risk of injury. | 314 | 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. | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| June 6, 2023 | NHTSA | Pierce Ladder AND Platform (2016 to 2022) | Cracks can cause instability when an aerial ladder or platform is elevated, increasing the risk of injury. | 5 | 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. | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| February 17, 2023 | NHTSA | Pierce Arrow XT, Velocity, Enforcer (2018 to 2023) | 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. | 64 | 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. | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| December 2, 2022 | NHTSA | Pierce Saber, Enforcer, Arrow XT (2022) | Tie rod separation can result in a sudden loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash. | 17 | Dealers will replace the tie rod clamps, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 26, 2023. Owners may contact Pierce's customer service at 1-888-974-3723. Pierce's number for this recall is 74B324. | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| October 27, 2022 | NHTSA | Pierce Arrow XT, Velocity, Dash CF (2010 to 2022) | The left and/or right brackets can fail, allowing the stokes basket to fall and increasing the risk of injury. | 299 | Pierce will replace the stokes basket mounting brackets, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 14, 2022. Owners may contact Pierce's customer service at 1-888-974-3723. Pierce's number for this recall is 74B323. | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| August 8, 2022 | NHTSA | Pierce M2-112, F550, M2-106 (2022) | Inoperative vehicle lighting can reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash. | 10 | Weldon will replace the modules, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 4, 2022. Owners may contact Pierce's customer service at 1-888-974-3723. Pierce's number for this recall is 74B320. | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| August 5, 2022 | NHTSA | Pierce Arrow XT, Enforcer, Dash CF (2021 to 2022) | A fractured steering gear can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash. | 514 | Dealers will inspect and replace the steering gears, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 4, 2022. Owners may contact Pierce's customer service at 1-888-974-3723. Pierce's number for this recall... | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| March 1, 2022 | NHTSA | Pierce Arrow XT (2021) | An improperly crimped cable may come out of place during a lifting operation, possibly causing the generator set to fall, increasing the risk of injury. | 1 | Cummins will inspect the lifting cable, and either replace the cable or install a warning label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 8, 2021. Owners may contact Pierce's customer service at 1-888-974-3723. | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| January 26, 2022 | NHTSA | Pierce Enforcer, Quantum, Velocity (2015 to 2021) | A high pressure fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire. | 243 | On engines with 75 miles or less, dealers will install vibration isolators to the fuel tubes. Engines with more than 75 miles will receive new fuel tubes with vibration isolators, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on... | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| May 26, 2021 | NHTSA | Pierce Arrow XT, Enforcer, Velocity (2017 to 2021) | A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. | 2,416 | Dealers will inspect the rail threads and fuel lines, and replace the rail as necessary, free of charge. Interim notification letters were mailed to owners on June 24, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed July 30, 2021. Owners may... | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| March 30, 2021 | NHTSA | Pierce Freightliner, Enforcer, Saber (2016 to 2018) | The excessive brightness may negatively affect the vision of other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash. | 4 | Pierce will notify owners, and dealers will provide a filter kit to be installed in the rear lights, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 26, 2021. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723. | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| January 13, 2021 | NHTSA | Pierce Arrow XT, Impel, Enforcer (2020) | Inability to use the wireless remote controller may hinder the firefighting efforts, increasing the risk of injury. | 3 | Pierce will notify owners, and dealers will return the affected controllers to Akron Brass for a software update, free of charge. The recall began on February 22, 2021. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723. | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| September 22, 2020 | NHTSA | Pierce Dash, Impel, Arrow XT (2018 to 2020) | Unintended movement of the aerial device can increase the risk of injury. | 405 | Pierce will notify owners, and dealers will replace the potentially affected joysticks, free of charge. The recall began October 20, 2020. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723. | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| February 28, 2020 | NHTSA | Pierce Arrow XT, Impel, Velocity (2019 to 2020) | The failed tube may cause the aerial device to fall, increasing the risk of injury. | 63 | Pierce will notify owners, and dealers will inspect for the presence of cracks and/or evidence of corrosion. If no cracks or corrosion is found, the tube will receive a treatment to prevent rust corrosion. If cracks or corrosion is... | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| August 28, 2019 | NHTSA | Pierce Tanker (2019) | If the bearings are damaged, the wheel may separate and cause a sudden loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of crash. | 1 | Pierce will notify the owner, and a dealer will inspect and replace the wheel end components, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 27, 2020. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723. | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| July 31, 2019 | NHTSA | Pierce Impel, Enforcer, Arrow XT (2019) | In the event of a crash, if the KAB does not inflate properly, it may not provide the intended protection to the occupant, increasing the risk of injury. | 174 | Pierce will notify owners, and dealers will replace the KAB assembly, free of charge. The recall began October 9, 2019. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723. | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| April 9, 2019 | NHTSA | Frontline C-25, C-35X, Encore Rescue (2018 to 2019) | If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash. | 4 | Pierce has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and replace brake lights, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 23, 2019. Owners may contact Whelen customer service at 1-860-718-2331 or Pierce at 1-888-974-3723.... | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| January 2, 2019 | NHTSA | Pierce Velocity, Quantum, Impel (2004 to 2018) | If the aerial device moves in an unexpected direction, the ladder may contact an object, such as a building or an electrical wire, increasing the risk of injury. | 994 | Pierce will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the aerial control module, free of charge. The recall began February 28, 2019. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723. Pierce's number for this recall is 74B295. | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| October 26, 2018 | NHTSA | Pierce Saber, Velocity, Arrow XT (2017 to 2018) | If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash. | 717 | Pierce will notify owners, and Whelen will inspect the vehicles and replace the brake lights, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 4, 2019. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723. | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| July 11, 2018 | NHTSA | Pierce Arrow XT, Quantum, Impel (2007 to 2017) | If the bracket falls, it could strike a person below. | 17 | Pierce will notify owners, and dealers will install additional hardware to mount the limited retraction bracket, free of charge. The recall began on August 22, 2018. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723. Pierce's... | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| January 11, 2018 | NHTSA | Pierce Enforcer, Quantum, Arrow XT (2015 to 2016) | A reduction in water pressure may hinder fire fighting efforts, increasing the risk of injury. | 123 | Pierce has notified owners, and dealers will install a remedy kit, free of charge. The recall began on February 9, 2018. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723 or Hale Products at 1-800-533-3569. Pierce's number for... | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| September 14, 2017 | NHTSA | Pierce Impel, Arrow XT, Enforcer (2015 to 2016) | 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. | 56 | 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... | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| July 18, 2017 | NHTSA | Pierce Enforcer, Velocity, Quantum (2016 to 2017) | If the fire truck cannot pump water during a fire emergency, there would be an increased risk of injury. | 65 | 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... | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| May 31, 2017 | NHTSA | Pierce Arrow XT, Enforcer, Quantum (2012 to 2017) | If the sway bar detaches, the vehicle may sway more during steering maneuvers, increasing the risk of a crash. | 29 | 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. | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| May 30, 2017 | NHTSA | Pierce Velocity, Quantum, Arrow XT (1999 to 2013) | Axle shafts that are not properly heat treated may break and potentially disable the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. | 225 | 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. | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| December 22, 2016 | NHTSA | Pierce Dash CF (2015 to 2016) | The interference may result in possible starter motor failure or an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire. | 23 | Pierce will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles, replacing the bracket and starter motor, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on January 11, 2017. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723.... | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| August 5, 2016 | NHTSA | Pierce Quantum, Enforcer, Arrow XT (2015 to 2016) | If the power output cannot be changed, once the fire truck arrives at the scene, it may not be able to pump water to aid in extinguishing the fire, increasing the risk of injury. | 470 | Piece will notify owners, and dealers will remove the shift unit assembly and replace the clevis pin and retaining rings, free of charge. The recall began on September 2, 2016. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723.... | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| July 22, 2016 | NHTSA | Pierce Impel, Enforcer, Velocity (2015 to 2016) | The inoperable aerial device can increase the risk of injury if the operator needs to move away from a hazardous situation or it may impede the safety mission. | 8 | Pierce has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace the plastic plug with a metal plug, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on July 26, 2016. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at... | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| July 21, 2016 | NHTSA | Pierce Tanker, Pumper (2015 to 2016) | If the vehicle is missing side marker lights, it may have reduced visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash. | 8 | Pierce notified owners, and dealers will install the required side marker lamps, free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2016. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723. Pierce's number for this recall is 74B275. | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| June 1, 2016 | NHTSA | Pierce Saber, Velocity, Impel (2015 to 2016) | If the strainer and/or debris enters the pump, and the operator is forced to shut down the pump, reducing firefighting effectiveness, there could be an increased risk of injury. | 114 | Pierce will notify owners to check the strainer for missing solder at the joints. Any strainers missing solder will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on June 16, 2016. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at... | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| April 1, 2016 | NHTSA | Pierce Quantum, Velocity, Arrow XT (2010 to 2016) | If the flashlight battery pack overheats, it can increase the risk of a fire. | 36 | Pierce will notify owners and instruct them to inspect the flashlight and battery pack, and if necessary, to request a replacement battery pack from Pelican Products, free of charge. The recall began on April 18, 2016. Owners may contact... | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| March 10, 2016 | NHTSA | Pierce Enforcer, Saber (2014 to 2016) | If coolant leaks into the passenger compartment, it may contact electrical components causing a shorting of circuits and a loss of function of features controlled by those circuits, including loss of power to vehicle which may result in a... | 267 | Pierce will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the hose clamp installation. Any improperly installed clamps will be corrected free of charge. The recall began on April 11, 2016. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at... | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| March 2, 2016 | NHTSA | Pierce Velocity, Impel, Dash CF (2016) | If the cap was not properly tightened, the cap may detach from the vehicle and become a road hazard. Additionally, the universal joint may separate and the vehicle may not be able to be driven, increasing the risk of a crash. | 239 | Pierce will notify owners, and dealers will check and correct the tightness of all bolts for the universal joint caps, as needed, free of charge. The recall began on March 25, 2016. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at... | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| November 16, 2015 | NHTSA | Pierce Impel, Quantum, Arrow XT (2013 to 2015) | An unexpected surge in water pressure to the fire hose can increase the risk of injury to the hose operator or those nearby. | 186 | Pierce will notify owners, and dealers will update the water pressure governor firmware, free of charge. The recall began on January 5, 2016. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723. Pierce's number for this recall is... | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| October 26, 2015 | NHTSA | Pierce Enforcer, Arrow XT, Velocity (2015 to 2016) | If the hex nuts are not tightened to specification, the driveshaft may disconnect from the drive axle, resulting in a loss of propulsion and increasing the risk of a crash. | 5 | Pierce will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the hex nuts, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on November 12, 2015. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723. Pierce's number for this... | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| October 1, 2015 | NHTSA | Pierce Arrow XT, Quantum, Lance (2006 to 2007) | The contamination may cause premature ball joint failure and the wheel to disengage from the control arm, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. | 910 | Pierce will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the affected vehicles for torn ball joint boots. Pierce will also evaluate the ball joint wear. Ball joints with an unexpected level of wear will be replaced. These repairs will be... | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| August 13, 2015 | NHTSA | Pierce Enforcer, Velocity, Dash CF (2014 to 2015) | If the driveshaft disconnects from the vehicle, the vehicle would have a loss of drive, disabling it on the roadway and preventing the vehicle from responding to an emergency. Additionally, portions of the driveshaft could become a road... | 191 | Pierce has notified owners, and dealers will install a stronger driveshaft, free of charge. The recall began on September 15, 2015. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723. Pierce's number for this recall is 74B265. | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| August 12, 2015 | NHTSA | Pierce Velocity, Quantum (2014 to 2015) | If the headlights flicker and do not provide steady illumination, other drivers may be confused and the driver may have reduced visibility, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. | 12 | Pierce will notify owners, and dealers will replace the headlamps, free of charge. The recall began on September 3, 2015. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723. Pierce's number for this recall is 74B264. | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov | |
| March 25, 2015 | NHTSA | Pierce Impel, Enforcer, Saber (2015) | If the leaf spring spacer block fractures, the pieces may become a road hazard. If the entire spacer block separates from the vehicle, the alignment of the rear axle may suddenly shift. Either condition could increase the risk of a crash. | 8 | Pierce will notify owners, and dealers will replace the cast iron spring spacer block with a machined steel spring spacer block, free of charge. The recall began on March 23, 2015. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at... | Manufacturer | nhtsa.gov |
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| Agency | Recalls | Latest |
|---|---|---|
| National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | 45 | April 6, 2026 |
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