Defect Description For Recall
Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2005, 2008-2011 Arrow Xt, Custom Contender, Dash, Enforcer, Impel, Quantum, Saber, And Velocity 75 Foot Hal (Heavy Aluminum Ladder) Fire Apparatus Bodies Vehicles Manufactured From May 17,2005, Through October 13, 2011, That May Be Equipped With Dual Scba Cylinder Storage Compartments. These Compartments Extend Inboard Horizontally From The Side Of The Rear Body. The Scba Compartment Door Latch Orientation May Have Been Manufactured Incorrectly, Allowing The Door To Accidentally Open While The Vehicle Is In Motion. The Door May Open Without Warning And Without Knowledge To The Driver.
Make Of Vehicle
PIERCE
Model Of Vehicle
CUSTOM CONTENDER
Year
2010
Recall Campaign Number
11V551000
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, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash Or Injury To Pedestrians.
Fix Defect
Pierce Dealers Will Notify Owners, And Will Install A Flat Reinforcement Plate That Spans The Length Of The Scba Door. This Service Will Be Performed Free Of Charge. The Safety Recall Began On December 5, 2011. Owners May Contact Pierce At 1-920-832-3000.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Pierce Manufacturing
Start Of Manufacture
20050517
End Of Manufacture
20111013
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
59
Date Owners Notified
20111205
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Pierce Manufacturing
Date Report Received
20111110
Make Campaign Number
74B186