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2009-2010 Pierce Pierce recall: lugs/nuts/bolts/studs

Pierce Manufacturing reported this safety recall on June 28, 2010. It covers about 273 vehicles.

vehicles affected
273
reported
Jun 28, 2010
owners notified
Aug 31, 2010

Wheels: lugs/nuts/bolts/studs

What is wrong
Pierce is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 fire trucks manufactured from august 13, 2009 through june 30, 2010. These vehicles may have been manufactured with excessive paint on the steel wheel mounting surfaces. The excessive paint may cause the wheel lug nuts to lose clamp load, loosen and fall off.
Risk
Eventually the wheel(s) could separate from the vehicle and cause a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will check the wheel nut torque and tighten the lug nuts to the recommended torque as specified in the pierce custom chassis and maintenance manual. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during august 2010. Owners may contact pierce customer service at 1‑888‑974‑3723.

Recall number 10V302000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 10V302000

Is there a recall on the 2009-2010 Pierce Pierce lugs/nuts/bolts/studs?

Yes. Recall 10V302000, reported on June 28, 2010, covers about 273 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 10V302000?

Dealers will check the wheel nut torque and tighten the lug nuts to the recommended torque as specified in the pierce custom chassis and maintenance manual. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during august 2010. Owners may contact pierce customer service 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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