Report Date
Feb 26, 2024
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Affected Vehicles
2
Defect Description
Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Commercial Chassis equipped with Hercules HC 1.7 multiplex nodes. In the event of a short circuit or wiring failure, the firmware in the node may fail to shut off the output pin, resulting in overloaded electrical circuits.
Safety Consequence
Overloaded electrical circuits can overheat, increasing the risk of fire.
Remedy
Weldon will update the firmware, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a schedule for recall notification. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723. Pierce's number for this recall is 74B334.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | PIERCE | COMMERCIAL |
| 2024 | PIERCE | COMMERCIAL |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.