Pierce Arrow XT recalled over injury risk

Recall date

October 1, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Pierce Manufacturing recalls 2006–2007 Pierce — 6 models

Recall number

15V615000

Brand / firm

Pierce

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 910 units

Why it was recalled

The contamination may cause premature ball joint failure and the wheel to disengage from the control arm, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

What was recalled

Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain model year 2006-2007 Arrow XT, Dash, Enforcer, Lance, Impel, and Quantum vehicles manufactured January 1, 2006, to March 31, 2007. In the affected vehicles, tears in the ball joint protective boots may result in contamination of the ball joints.

What to do

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 performed free of charge. The recall began on December 10, 2015. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723. Pierce's number for this recall is 74B267.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.