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2010 Pierce Saber problems

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Owner complaints
0
Recalls
3
Service bulletins
352 warranty

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Recalls 3

Exterior lighting: turn signalReported October 22, 2013 · 349 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Pierce Manufacturing Inc. (Pierce) is recalling one model year 2009 Enforcer emergency vehicle and certain model year 2009-2013 Arrow XT, Saber, Velocity, Impel, Quantum, and Commercial vehicles. The trailer connector circuit was wired such that the stop signal overrides the turn signal and the trailer lights do not indicate a turn when brakes are applied.
Risk
The absence of trailer turn signals may confuse other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Pierce will notify owners, and dealers will install a new electrical harness, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact Pierce at 1‑920‑832‑3000. Pierce's recall number is 74B244.

Recall number 13V518000 · Recall details

Electronic stability control (ESC)Reported November 1, 2011 · 724 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Pierce manufacturing (pierce) is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 arrow xtand velocity, model year 2008-2011 custom contender, impel, quantum and model year 2009-2011 saber emergency trucks, equipped with meritor wabco electronic stability control (ESC) modules, manufactured from december 19, 2007, through october 7, 2011. Under certain road and driving conditions, vehicle body roll and road inclination characteristics may adversely affect the slip angle calculation of the electronic stability control (ESC) system. This might cause the ESC to perceive an over steering situation and therefore apply the outer wheel brake on the front axle until the vehicle is perceived to be stable.
Risk
If the driver is slow to react during this ESC intervention, the vehicle may deviate from the intended line of travel, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Pierce is working with meritor wabco and will replace the control module free of charge. The safety recall began on december 16, 2011. Owners may contact meritor wabco at 1‑248‑435‑8001 or pierce at 1‑920‑832‑3000.

Recall number 11V527000 · Recall details

Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v batteryReported September 21, 2010 · 55 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Pierce is recalling certain model year 2010 saber and custom contender fire apparatus vehicles manufactured from march 25, 2010, through june 22, 2010. The battery switch positive electrical post may come in contact with the driver seat base reinforcement.
Risk
If this happens, a short circuit may result in a fire.
Remedy
Pierce will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on october 7, 2010. Owners may contact pierce at 1‑920‑832‑3000.

Recall number 10V425000 · Recall details

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Technical service bulletins for the 2010 Pierce Saber 35

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3 recalls, covering exterior lighting, electronic stability control (esc) and electrical system.

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