NHTSA recall 17V348000
Power train › Axle assembly › Axle shaft
Pierce Arrow XT and 4 more
Reported May 30, 2017225 vehicles affectedPierce ManufacturingMaker’s number 74B283Built Sep 30, 1999 – Oct 22, 2013
The defect
Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain 1999-2013 Arrow XT, Dash, Enforcer, Quantum and Velocity fire trucks equipped with the electric All-steer rear steering option. The affected vehicles have rear steer axle shafts that were not properly heat treated.
The risk
Axle shafts that are not properly heat treated may break and potentially disable the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Pierce will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear steer axle shafts, free of charge. An interim notice was mailed on July 24, 2017. The recall began June 3, 2020. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723.