Recall 16V123000
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
Defect Description
Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain model year 2016 Arrow-XT, Dash, Enforcer, Impel, Quantum, Saber, and Velocity fire and emergency vehicles manufactured October 13, 2015, to February 9, 2016. The fastener cap over the bearing on the universal joint of the drive shaft may have been improperly tightened.
Safety Consequence
If the cap was not properly tightened, the cap may detach from the vehicle and become a road hazard. Additionally, the universal joint may separate and the vehicle may not be able to be driven, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Pierce will notify owners, and dealers will check and correct the tightness of all bolts for the universal joint caps, as needed, free of charge. The recall began on March 25, 2016. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723. Pierce's number for this recall is 74B270.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | PIERCE | ARROW XT |
| 2016 | PIERCE | DASH CF |
| 2016 | PIERCE | ENFORCER |
| 2016 | PIERCE | IMPEL |
| 2016 | PIERCE | QUANTUM |
| 2016 | PIERCE | SABER |
| 2016 | PIERCE | VELOCITY |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.