2000-2010 Pierce Arrow XT, Pierce Dash and others recall: equipment

Pierce Manufacturing reported this safety recall on October 22, 2013. It covers about 3,115 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 3,115
reported: Oct 22, 2013
owners notified: Jan 6, 2014

Equipment

What is wrong: Pierce Manufacturing Inc. (Pierce) is recalling certain model year 2000-2009 Enforcer and model year 2000-2010 Dash, Lance, and Arrow XT vehicles. While raising or lowering the cab as part of vehicle maintenance, the mounts on which the cab tilt cylinders pivot may fatigue and fail allowing the cab to fall until the safety catch activates.
Risk: If a person is in the path of the moving cab when a mount fails, the person may be hit by the falling cab, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Pierce will notify owners, and dealers will affix new safety signs advising the operator to stay clear of the cab while it is being tilted, free of charge. The recall began on January 6, 2014. Owners may contact Pierce at 1‑920‑832‑3000. Pierce's recall number is 74B240.

Recall number 13V525000

Affected vehicles

Pierce Arrow XT 2000-2010 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010
Pierce Dash 2000-2010 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010
Pierce Enforcer 2000-2009 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009
Pierce Lance 2000-2010 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010

Questions about recall 13V525000

Is there a recall on the 2000-2010 Pierce Arrow XT, Pierce Dash and others equipment?

Yes. Recall 13V525000, reported on October 22, 2013, covers about 3,115 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 13V525000?

Pierce will notify owners, and dealers will affix new safety signs advising the operator to stay clear of the cab while it is being tilted, free of charge. The recall began on January 6, 2014. Owners may contact Pierce at 1‑920‑832‑3000. Pierce's recall number is 74B240.

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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