Pierce Saber recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

August 5, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Pierce Manufacturing recalls 2015–2016 Pierce — 7 models

Recall number

16V585000

Brand / firm

Pierce

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 470 units

Why it was recalled

If the power output cannot be changed, once the fire truck arrives at the scene, it may not be able to pump water to aid in extinguishing the fire, increasing the risk of injury.

What was recalled

Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Arrow, Dash, Enforcer, Impel, Quantum, Saber, and Velocity fire trucks manufactured June 29, 2015, to June 30, 2016. The affected vehicles may be equipped with certain C20 and C21 split-shaft transmissions from Waterous. This transmission sends power to the wheels of an emergency response vehicle or power to an add-on unit such as a water pump used for fighting fires. A component within the shift unit may be damaged and as a result, the operator may not be able to switch the power output.

What to do

Piece will notify owners, and dealers will remove the shift unit assembly and replace the clevis pin and retaining rings, free of charge. The recall began on September 2, 2016. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723. Pierce's number for this recall is 74B277.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.