UTILIMASTER VELOCITY 2015: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
| Make : UTILIMASTER | Model : VELOCITY | Year : 2015 |
| Build Dates : 2014-11-03 - 2015-07-31 | ||
| NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 15V516000 | ||
| Date Owner's Notified: 2015-09-15 | Date Received by ODI: 2015-08-13 | Date Added to Database: 2015-08-13 |
| Manufacturers Involved: Pierce Manufacturing | ||
| Manufacturer's Responsible for the Recall: | ||
| Manufacturer Campaign Number: 74B265 | ||
| Component: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT | ||
| Potential Number Of Units Affected : 191 | ||
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Summary:
Pierce Manufacturing "Pierce" is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Pierce Arrow XT, Dash CF, Enforcer, Quantum, and Velocity emergency vehicles manufactured from November 3, 2014, through July 31, 2015. The affected vehicles have a driveshaft that may bend or twist possibly causing it disconnect. |
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Consequence:
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 hazard. These scenarios may increase the risk of a crash. |
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Remedy:
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. |
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| Report Initiator: MFR | V Report | |
| Regulation Part Number: | Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | |
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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. |
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