UTILIMASTER VELOCITY 2017: SUSPENSION

Make : UTILIMASTER Model : VELOCITY Year : 2017
Build Dates : 2014-07-31 - 2017-03-24
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 17V349000
Date Owner's Notified: 2017-07-11 Date Received by ODI: 2017-05-31 Date Added to Database: 2017-05-31
Manufacturers Involved: Pierce Manufacturing
Manufacturer's Responsible for the Recall:
Manufacturer Campaign Number:
Component: SUSPENSION
Potential Number Of Units Affected : 29
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.
Report Initiator: MFR V Report
Regulation Part Number: Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number:
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.