The worst 1999 Pierce Enforcer problems
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Recalls 3
Power train: axle assembly: axle shaft
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- Axle shafts that are not properly heat treated may break and potentially disable the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- 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.
Recall number 17V348000 · Recall details
Steering
- What is wrong
- Pierce is recalling certain model year 1998 through 2008 arrow xt, lance, velocity, enforcer, impel, and dash custom fire apparatus vehicles manufactured from may 30, 1998 through november 25, 2008. The steering gear bracket may fracture and break. If this occurs the steering gear may detach from the vehicle.
- Risk
- Detachment of the steering gear will result in a loss of steering control that could cause a crash.
- Remedy
- Pierce will notify owners and dealers will install a new steering gear mounting bracket free of charge. The safety recall began on october 12, 2010. Owners are being instructed to inspect the steering gear bracket prior to each trip. The remedy to repair this defect is expected to begin no earlier the january 31, 2011. Owners may contact pierce at 1‑888‑974‑3723.
Recall number 10V423000 · Recall details
Seats
- What is wrong
- Certain fire trucks with command cabs fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 207,"seating systems." the rescue body offerings do not meet the pull test requirements. The pedestal seat was mounted by drilling and tapping the cab or body floor.
- Risk
- In the event of a crash, the pedestal seat fasteners could fail to restrain the seat, increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the seat pedestals. If the seat was mounted with tapped fasteners, the fasteners will be removed and a hole will be drilled to replace the mounting fasteners with 7/16" bolts and nuts. The recall began on august 19, 2005. Owners may contact pierce at 920‑832‑3249.
Recall number 05V351000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 1999 Pierce Enforcer 2
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Is the 1999 Pierce Enforcer reliable?
Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 1999 Pierce Enforcer.
What is the most common problem with the 1999 Pierce Enforcer?
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How many recalls does the 1999 Pierce Enforcer have?
3 recalls, covering power train, steering and seats.
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