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2001 Pierce Custom Contender and Pierce Saber recall: accelerator pedal

Pierce Manufacturing,inc. reported this safety recall on December 11, 2001. It covers about 54 vehicles.

vehicles affected
54
reported
Dec 11, 2001
owners notified
Dec 10, 2001

Vehicle speed control: accelerator pedal

What is wrong
Vehicle description: fire trucks equipped with electronic throttle control/accelerator pedals supplied by williams controls industries. The weld attaching the clevis to the plate has insufficient penetration and could allow the clevis to separate from the plate.
Risk
If the clevis separated from the plate while the vehicle was in use, the vehicle would return to idle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace these pedals. Owner notification began december 10, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact pierce at 1‑888‑974‑3723.

Recall number 01V322004

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 01V322004

Is there a recall on the 2001 Pierce Custom Contender and Pierce Saber accelerator pedal?

Yes. Recall 01V322004, reported on December 11, 2001, covers about 54 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 01V322004?

Dealers will replace these pedals. Owner notification began december 10, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact pierce at 1‑888‑974‑3723.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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