Pierce Arrow XT recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

November 16, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Pierce Manufacturing recalls 2013–2015 Pierce — 5 models

Recall number

15V760000

Brand / firm

Pierce

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 186 units

Why it was recalled

An unexpected surge in water pressure to the fire hose can increase the risk of injury to the hose operator or those nearby.

What was recalled

Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Arrow XT, Quantum, Velocity, Impel, and Saber fire-fighting vehicles manufactured June 19, 2013, to July 31, 2014. The affected vehicles have fire hose water pressure regulators that may not respond consistently to operator input and, as a result, there may be an unexpected water pressure surge to the fire hose.

What to do

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 74B252.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.