The worst 1999 Pierce Custom Chassis problems
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Recalls 1
Steering: linkages: tie rod assembly
- What is wrong
- On certain fire trucks with tandem steer axles. The trw tie-rod on the rear-most axle of a tandem axle is restrained from rotational movement by a pair of anti-rotation seals located at the ball socket joints. These anti-rotation seals will compress over time. If the anti-rotation seal allows too much motion, the seals can deteriorate, allowing contact between the ball socket and the ball shaft. This metal-to-metal contact will transmit forces into the tie-rod tube, causing fatigue failure initiating at the root of the female treads.
- Risk
- Failure of the tie-rod will allow one of the wheels to swing to the limit of its steering stop, potentially causing a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the tie rod. Notification to owners began november 7, 2003. Owners should contact pierce at 1‑888‑974‑3723.
Recall number 03V380000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 1999 Pierce Custom Chassis 7
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
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- Proper repair of frame rail corrosion.
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- The GEN 1 Husky 3 foam pump from FSC is being discontinued
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Is the 1999 Pierce Custom Chassis reliable?
Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 1999 Pierce Custom Chassis.
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How many recalls does the 1999 Pierce Custom Chassis have?
1 recall, covering steering.
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