Defect Description For Recall
Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) Is Recalling Certain 2017-2018 Pierce Arrow Xt, Dash, Enforcer, Impel, Quantum, Saber, Velocity, And Commercial Vehicles Equipped With Whelen Accessory Brake Lights. Depending On The Specific Wiring Of The Vehicle, These Brake Lights May Illuminate When The Brake Pedal Has Not Been Pressed. As Such, These Vehicles Fail To Comply With The Requirements Of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (Fmvss) Number 108, “Lamps, RefleCTIve Devices, And Associated Equipment.”
Make Of Vehicle
PIERCE
Model Of Vehicle
DASH
Year
2018
Recall Campaign Number
18V756000
Component Description
Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights
Effect Of Defect
If The Brake Lights Incorrectly Illuminate, It Can Confuse Other Drivers, Possibly Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Pierce Will Notify Owners, And Whelen Will Inspect The Vehicles And Replace The Brake Lights, As Necessary, Free Of Charge. The Recall Began March 4, 2019. Owners May Contact Pierce Customer Service At 1-888-974-3723.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Pierce Manufacturing
Start Of Manufacture
20171119
End Of Manufacture
20180917
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
717
Date Owners Notified
20190304
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Pierce Manufacturing
Date Report Received
20181026
Make Campaign Number
Part Number
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
108