Defect Description For Recall
Pierce Is Recalling 466 Model Year 2003 Through 2009 Fire Apparatus Bodies Manufactured Between December 10, 2003 And March 9, 2009, And May Have Been Equipped With Dual Scba Cylinder Storage Compartments. These Compartments Extend Inboard Horizontally From The Side Of The Rear Body. The Scba Compartment Door Latch May Have Been Manufactured Incorrectly, Allowing The Door To Pop Open Without Warning While The Vehicle Is In Motion.
Make Of Vehicle
PIERCE
Model Of Vehicle
75′ Aluminum LADDER
Year
2003
Recall Campaign Number
09V238000
Component Description
Structure:Body:Door
Effect Of Defect
If The Door Opens, The Scba Cylinders May Fall Out Of The Compartment And Onto The Roadway, Possibly Becoming Road Hazard To Other Motorists Which Could Result In A Crash.
Fix Defect
Pierce Will Notify Owners And Will Repair The Vehicle Free Of Charge. The Safety Recall Began On July 17, 2009. Owners May Contact Pierce At 1-920-832-3000.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Pierce Manufacturing
Start Of Manufacture
20030811
End Of Manufacture
20091202
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
466
Date Owners Notified
20090717
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Pierce Manufacturing
Date Report Received
20090625
Make Campaign Number
39-0139830