Pierce Manufacturing | NHTSA Recall #11V230000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 11V230000 by Pierce Manufacturing. Includes 5 affected units, INCORRECT INCH WHEEL INSTALLATION, component: WHEELS, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Pierce is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 arrow xt and velocity fire apparatus manufactured from june 30, 2009, through march 15, 2011. the front axle of these vehicles were built with michelin 365/70r22.5 xza tires installed on 12.25 inch wide wheels. these tires require 10.5 inch wide wheels. therefore, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 120, "tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars."

Corrective Action

Dealers will install new 10.5 inch wide wheels and new michelin 365/70r22.5 zxa tires on the front axle of the fire apparatus free of charge. the safety recall began on april 15, 2011. owners may contact pierce at 1-920-832-3000.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 11V230000

Manufacturer: Pierce Manufacturing

Report Received Date: 2011-04-05T00:00:00

Subject: Incorrect inch wheel installation

Component: Wheels

Potentially Affected Units: 5

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 74B213

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Pierce is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 arrow xt and velocity fire apparatus manufactured from june 30, 2009, through march 15, 2011. the front axle of these vehicles were built with michelin 365/70r22.5 xza tires installed on 12.25 inch wide wheels. these tires require 10.5 inch wide wheels. therefore, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 120, "tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars."

Consequence Summary: The wider 12.25 inch wheel may cause the tire bead to separate from the rim. This tire bead separation can cause a tire failure that may cause the vehicle to crash without prior warning.

Corrective Action: Dealers will install new 10.5 inch wide wheels and new michelin 365/70r22.5 zxa tires on the front axle of the fire apparatus free of charge. the safety recall began on april 15, 2011. owners may contact pierce at 1-920-832-3000.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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SID: row-dndb~yuxb~fes4

NHTSA ID: 11V230000

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