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2006-2008 Pierce Custom Contender recall: software

Pierce Manufacturing reported this safety recall on October 31, 2012. It covers about 9 vehicles.

vehicles affected
9
reported
Oct 31, 2012
owners notified
Nov 5, 2012

Electrical system: software

What is wrong
Pierce is recalling certain model year 2006-2008 Contender fire trucks manufactured from December 26, 2006, through March 28, 2008, equipped with a Caterpillar C9 engine due to an engine software problem which can cause the engine's RPM's to surge while in pump mode.
Risk
The surge can cause a fluctuation in water pressure from the fire hose and could result in personal injury.
Remedy
Pierce has already remedied all of the affected vehicles by updating the engine software, therefore, owner notifications will not be sent. Owners may contact Pierce at 1‑920‑832‑3000.

Recall number 12V523000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 12V523000

Is there a recall on the 2006-2008 Pierce Custom Contender software?

Yes. Recall 12V523000, reported on October 31, 2012, covers about 9 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 12V523000?

Pierce has already remedied all of the affected vehicles by updating the engine software, therefore, owner notifications will not be sent. Owners may contact Pierce 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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