2015 Pierce Dash CF Problems: 0 Complaints, 4 Recalls

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Structure: critical fastenersReported October 27, 2022 · 299 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain 2010-2022 Pierce Velocity, Enforcer, Arrow XT, Quantum, and Dash CF fire trucks. Stokes basket mounting brackets may be insufficiently welded.
Risk: The left and/or right brackets can fail, allowing the stokes basket to fall and increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Pierce will replace the stokes basket mounting brackets, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 14, 2022. Owners may contact Pierce's customer service at 1‑888‑974‑3723. Pierce's number for this recall is 74B323.

Recall number 22V809000 · Recall details

Electrical system: starter assemblyReported December 22, 2016 · 23 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Dash emergency vehicles manufactured October 17, 2014, to September 30, 2016 and equipped with Cummins ISL engines. The affected vehicles have a starter motor that may be damaged from interference with to an incorrect cab lift pump bracket that was installed.
Risk: The interference may result in possible starter motor failure or an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Pierce will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles, replacing the bracket and starter motor, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on January 11, 2017. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1‑888‑974‑3723. Pierce's number for this recall is 74B279.

Recall number 16V923000 · Recall details

Power train: manual transmissionReported August 5, 2016 · 470 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Arrow, Dash, Enforcer, Impel, Quantum, Saber, and Velocity fire trucks manufactured June 29, 2015, to June 30, 2016. The affected vehicles may be equipped with certain C20 and C21 split-shaft transmissions from Waterous. This transmission sends power to the wheels of an emergency response vehicle or power to an add-on unit such as a water pump used for fighting fires. A component within the shift unit may be damaged and as a result, the operator may not be able to switch the power output.
Risk: If the power output cannot be changed, once the fire truck arrives at the scene, it may not be able to pump water to aid in extinguishing the fire, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Piece will notify owners, and dealers will remove the shift unit assembly and replace the clevis pin and retaining rings, free of charge. The recall began on September 2, 2016. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1‑888‑974‑3723. Pierce's number for this recall is 74B277.

Recall number 16V585000 · Recall details

Power train: driveline: driveshaftReported August 13, 2015 · 191 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Pierce Arrow XT, Dash CF, Enforcer, Quantum, and Velocity emergency vehicles manufactured from November 3, 2014, through July 31, 2015. The affected vehicles have a driveshaft that may bend or twist possibly causing it disconnect.
Risk: If the driveshaft disconnects from the vehicle, the vehicle would have a loss of drive, disabling it on the roadway and preventing the vehicle from responding to an emergency. Additionally, portions of the driveshaft could become a road hazard. These scenarios may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Pierce has notified owners, and dealers will install a stronger driveshaft, free of charge. The recall began on September 15, 2015. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1‑888‑974‑3723. Pierce's number for this recall is 74B265.

Recall number 15V516000 · Recall details

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How many recalls does the 2015 Pierce Dash CF have?

4 recalls, covering structure, electrical system and power train.

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