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1999-2001 Pierce Contender and Pierce Saber recall: alternator/generator/regulator

Pierce Manufacturing,inc. reported this safety recall on December 13, 2001. It covers about 17 vehicles.

vehicles affected
17
reported
Dec 13, 2001
owners notified
Dec 17, 2001

Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator

What is wrong
Vehicle description: fire truck chassis with caterpillar 3126 engines. The alternator cable was routed over the top of the alternator, and in some cases, allowed the cable to make contact with and wear on structural members of the engine enclosure.
Risk
This could wear a hole through the insulation causing a short circuit and possibly an engine fire.
Remedy
Dealers will re-route the alternator cable routing. Owner notification began december 17, 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 01V370000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 01V370000

Is there a recall on the 1999-2001 Pierce Contender and Pierce Saber alternator/generator/regulator?

Yes. Recall 01V370000, reported on December 13, 2001, covers about 17 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 01V370000?

Dealers will re-route the alternator cable routing. Owner notification began december 17, 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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