Pierce Manufacturing | NHTSA Recall #09V137000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 09V137000 by Pierce Manufacturing. Includes 257 affected units, FMVSS 206/DOOR LATCHES, component: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Defect Summary
Pierce manufacturing is recalling 257 my 2008 emergency vehicles manufactured between june 1 and october 31, 2008, equipped with trimark door latches. these latches fail to comply with the transverse pull static load requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no 206, "door locks and door retention components." the latches may "pop" into the secondary locking position.
Corrective Action
Pierce will notify owners and repair the vehicles free of charge. the safety recall began on may 4, 2009. owners may contact pierce customer service toll-free at 1-888-974-3723.