Pierce Manufacturing | NHTSA Recall #11V551000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 11V551000 by Pierce Manufacturing. Includes 59 affected units, DUAL SCBA CYLINDER COMPARTMENT DOOR, component: STRUCTURE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Pierce manufacturing (pierce) is recalling certain model year 2005, 2008-2011 arrow xt, custom contender, dash, enforcer, impel, quantum, saber, and velocity 75 foot hal (heavy aluminum ladder) fire apparatus bodies vehicles manufactured from may 17,2005, through october 13, 2011, that may be equipped with dual scba cylinder storage compartments. these compartments extend inboard horizontally from the side of the rear body. the scba compartment door latch orientation may have been manufactured incorrectly, allowing the door to accidentally open while the vehicle is in motion. the door may open without warning and without knowledge to the driver.

Corrective Action

Pierce dealers will notify owners, and will install a flat reinforcement plate that spans the length of the scba door. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall began on december 5, 2011. owners may contact pierce at 1-920-832-3000.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 11V551000

Manufacturer: Pierce Manufacturing

Report Received Date: 2011-11-10T00:00:00

Subject: Dual scba cylinder compartment door

Component: Structure

Potentially Affected Units: 59

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 74B186

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Pierce manufacturing (pierce) is recalling certain model year 2005, 2008-2011 arrow xt, custom contender, dash, enforcer, impel, quantum, saber, and velocity 75 foot hal (heavy aluminum ladder) fire apparatus bodies vehicles manufactured from may 17,2005, through october 13, 2011, that may be equipped with dual scba cylinder storage compartments. these compartments extend inboard horizontally from the side of the rear body. the scba compartment door latch orientation may have been manufactured incorrectly, allowing the door to accidentally open while the vehicle is in motion. the door may open without warning and without knowledge to the driver.

Consequence Summary: If the door opens, the scba cylinders may fall out of the compartment and onto the roadway, increasing the risk of a crash or injury to pedestrians.

Corrective Action: Pierce dealers will notify owners, and will install a flat reinforcement plate that spans the length of the scba door. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall began on december 5, 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

Metadata

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NHTSA ID: 11V551000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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