PIERCE ARROW XT 2012: SUSPENSION

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 17V349000

Make Model Year
PIERCE ARROW XT 2012
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2017-07-11 2017-05-31 2017-05-31

Production Dates: 2014-07-31 - 2017-03-24

Manufacturers Involved: Pierce Manufacturing

Component: SUSPENSION

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 29

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

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.

Consequence

If the sway bar detaches, the vehicle may sway more during steering maneuvers, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

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.

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.