Pierce Velocity 2003

Model Velocity made in 2003 by Pierce got 2 recalls. There were some recalls concerningsteering, structure.

Model 2003

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
STEERING
10V423000PIERCE MANUFACTURINGfrom 05/30/1998 to 11/25/2008V (Vehicle)265210/12/2010MFRPIERCE MANUFACTURING09/21/201009/22/2010
Defect SummaryPierce is recalling certain model year 1998 through 2008 arrow xt, lance, velocity, enforcer, impel, and dash custom fire apparatus vehicles manufactured from may 30, 1998 through november 25, 2008. the steering gear bracket may fracture and break. if this occurs the steering gear may detach from the vehicle.
Consequence SummaryDetachment of the steering gear will result in a loss of steering control that could cause a crash.
Corrective SummaryPierce will notify owners and dealers will install a new steering gear mounting bracket free of charge. the safety recall began on october 12, 2010. owners are being instructed to inspect the steering gear bracket prior to each trip. the remedy to repair this defect is expected to begin no earlier the january 31, 2011. owners may contact pierce at 1-888-974-3723.
NotesPierce safety recall no. 74b207.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
STRUCTURE - BODY - BUMPERS
10V300000PIERCE MANUFACTURINGfrom 02/20/2003 to 03/27/2009V (Vehicle)2509/30/2010MFRPIERCE MANUFACTURING06/28/201006/30/2010
Defect SummaryPierce is recalling certain model year 2003 through 2009 custom contender, dash, enforcer, impel, lance saber, and velocity fire trucks manufactured from february 20, 2003, through march 27, 2009. these trucks may be equipped with drop-down fire hose trays mounted under the front bumper. the hose tray latch may accidentally open while the vehicle is in motion.
Consequence SummaryIf this occurs the fire hose may drop to the roadway without warning. potential injury to people and property may occur. the sudden hose deployment may also distract drivers trying to avoid the hose and a crash may occur.
Corrective SummaryA new and improved latch design has been developed and a new hose box incorporating the new latch will be installed free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin during september 2010. owner may contact pierce at 1-920-832-3000.
NotesPierce safety recall no. 39-0139830.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .