Defect Description For Recall
Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) Is Recalling Certain 2015-2016 Arrow Xt, Enforcer, Impel, Quantum, Saber, And Velocity Vehicles, Equipped With Certain Spicer D-Series And E-Series Steer Axles. The Castellated Nut On The Steer Axles May Not Be Properly Torqued, Allowing The Tie Rod To Loosen.
Make Of Vehicle
PIERCE
Model Of Vehicle
SABER
Year
2016
Recall Campaign Number
17V570000
Component Description
Steering
Effect Of Defect
If The Tie Rod Loosens, It May Disconnect From The Steering Knuckle, Causing A Complete Loss Of Steering And Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Pierce Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Inspect The Torque Of The Castellated Nut And Tie Rod, Tightening It As Necessary. If The Tie Rod StUD And Knuckle On Units Cannot Be Sufficiently Torqued, The Dealer Will Replace The Knuckle And Tie Rod End Assembly, Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On November 30, 2017. Owners May Contact Pierce Customer Service At 1-414-832-3000.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Pierce Manufacturing
Start Of Manufacture
20150428
End Of Manufacture
20160429
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
56
Date Owners Notified
20171130
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Pierce Manufacturing
Date Report Received
20170914