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Recalls 1
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
Technical service bulletins for the 2000 Pierce Impel 11
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- All Roto Rays are warranted to the purchaser for twenty-four months from the date of service against...
- This bulletin is to support the dealer network when replacing a ASL 360 ECU that requires programming on...
- Software update for fault codes on Command Zone display: This software update may help remove ambiguity...
- Provide alternate solution if door linkage rods (between inner door handle) and the door latch release...
- Replacement step options for discontinued power steps on Impel/Velocity™ chassis.
- Addressing fault codes and upgrades to the Midwest Climate Control (MCC) HVAC system.
- Addressing fault codes and upgrades to the MCC HVAC system.
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Is the 2000 Pierce Impel reliable?
Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2000 Pierce Impel.
What is the most common problem with the 2000 Pierce Impel?
There are not enough complaints to tell.
How many recalls does the 2000 Pierce Impel have?
1 recall, covering steering.
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