Defect Description For Recall
Pierce 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.
Make Of Vehicle
PIERCE
Model Of Vehicle
CUSTOM CONTENDER
Year
2008
Recall Campaign Number
10V300000
Component Description
Structure:Body:Bumpers
Effect Of Defect
If 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.
Fix Defect
A 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 Began On October 4, 2010. Owner May Contact Pierce At 1-920-832-3000.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Pierce Manufacturing
Start Of Manufacture
20030220
End Of Manufacture
20090327
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
25
Date Owners Notified
20101004
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Pierce Manufacturing
Date Report Received
20100628
Make Campaign Number
39-0139830