2016 Pierce Freightliner Problems: 0 Complaints, 1 Recall

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Exterior lighting: tail lightsReported March 30, 2021 · 4 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Enforcer, Freightliner and Saber vehicles equipped with ECCO Holdings Code 3 7x9 Stop-Tail-Turn Reverse All-in-One LED stop, tail, turn, and reverse lights. The rear LED lights may be too bright. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: The excessive brightness may negatively affect the vision of other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Pierce will notify owners, and dealers will provide a filter kit to be installed in the rear lights, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 26, 2021. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1‑888‑974‑3723.

Recall number 21V222000 · Recall details

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

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Is the 2016 Pierce Freightliner reliable?

Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2016 Pierce Freightliner.

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How many recalls does the 2016 Pierce Freightliner have?

1 recall, covering exterior lighting.

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