NHTSA recall 11V097000
Engine and engine cooling
Pierce Arrow XT
Reported Feb 14, 2011108 vehicles affectedPIERCE MANUFACTURINGMaker’s number 74B211Built Mar 17, 2008 – Dec 18, 2009
The defect
Pierce IS recalling certain model year 2008-2009 arrow xt vehicles built with caterpillar C13 2007 engines. the three upper air cleaner bracket fasteners may loosen and fall out. if this occurs the air cleaner and bracket may fall onto the engine and start a fire.
The risk
If an under cab fire occurs, the engine operation could be affected and a crash may occur.
The remedy
Pierce will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. the safety recall IS expected to begin during may 2011. owners may contact pierce at 1-888-974-3723.