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2010-2012 Pierce Arrow XT, Pierce Contender Big Block and others recall: fuel system, diesel

Pierce Manufacturing reported this safety recall on June 29, 2012. It covers about 313 vehicles.

vehicles affected
313
reported
Jun 29, 2012
owners notified
Jul 18, 2012

Fuel system, diesel

What is wrong
Pierce is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 vehicles manufactured from august 28, 2010, through march 27, 2012, equipped with detroit diesel dd13 epa 2007 and epa 2010 diesel engines. The pump to rail high pressure fuel line support system used on these engines is sensitive to assembly torque and may be damaged during service work. As a result of other repairs, the line supports may loosen, potentially leading to fuel line cracking and a fuel leak.
Risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
Remedy
Pierce will notify owners, and the high pressure fuel line support system will be replaced by daimler truck north america (dtna) authorized service facilities, free of charge. The safety recall began on july 18, 2012. Owners may contact dtna at 1‑800‑547‑0712 or pierce manufacturing, inc. At 1‑920‑832‑3000.

Recall number 12V311000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 12V311000

Is there a recall on the 2010-2012 Pierce Arrow XT, Pierce Contender Big Block and others fuel system, diesel?

Yes. Recall 12V311000, reported on June 29, 2012, covers about 313 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 12V311000?

Pierce will notify owners, and the high pressure fuel line support system will be replaced by daimler truck north america (dtna) authorized service facilities, free of charge. The safety recall began on july 18, 2012. Owners may contact dtna at 1‑800‑547‑0712 or pierce manufacturing, inc. At 1‑920‑832‑3000.

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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