2007-2008 Pierce Dash, Pierce Enforcer and others recall: caliper

Pierce Manufacturing reported this safety recall on November 18, 2008. It covers about 15 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 15
reported: Nov 18, 2008
owners notified: Nov 10, 2008

Service brakes, air: disc: caliper

What is wrong: Pierce is recalling 15 my 2007-2008 dash, enforcer, impel, quantum and velocity fire trucks equipped with arvinmeritor rear disc brakes and hendrickson firemaax suspension. Interference with the brake caliper adjuster bolt sleeve and the suspension beam may occur. This interference may occur if the right hand and left hand brake components were assembled on the wrong side of the axle. The adjuster bolt is designed to rotate as the brake pads wear. If the sleeve becomes damaged, the sleeve may prevent the adjuster from rotating.
Risk: If the adjuster can not rotate, brake performance may be compromised and a crash may occur.
Remedy: Dealers will adjust the bolt sleeve and the proper components free of charge. All owners have been notified by arvinmeritor.

Recall number 08V598000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 08V598000

Is there a recall on the 2007-2008 Pierce Dash, Pierce Enforcer and others caliper?

Yes. Recall 08V598000, reported on November 18, 2008, covers about 15 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 08V598000?

Dealers will adjust the bolt sleeve and the proper components free of charge. All owners have been notified by arvinmeritor.

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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