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2018 PIERCE DASH

3 recalls, 0 complaints - 2 TSBs

20V571000 Sep 22, 2020
EQUIPMENT
Defect Description
Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Arrow XT, Dash, Enforcer, Impel, Quantum, and Velocity vehicles. Due to a problem with the joystick controller, the vehicle's aerial device may move without operator input.
Consequence
Unintended movement of the aerial device can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Pierce will notify owners, and dealers will replace the potentially affected joysticks, free of charge. The recall began October 20, 2020. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723.
405 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Pierce Manufacturing
19V022000 Jan 2, 2019
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Defect Description
Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain 2004-2018 Arrow XT, Dash, Enforcer, Impel, Quantum and Velocity aerial vehicles. The aerial device may unexpectedly rotate to the right when the ladder is being extended.
Consequence
If the aerial device moves in an unexpected direction, the ladder may contact an object, such as a building or an electrical wire, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Pierce will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the aerial control module, free of charge. The recall began February 28, 2019. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723. Pierce's number for this recall is 74B295.
994 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Pierce Manufacturing
18V756000 Oct 26, 2018
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
Defect Description
Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Pierce Arrow XT, Dash, Enforcer, Impel, Quantum, Saber, Velocity, and Commercial vehicles equipped with Whelen accessory brake lights. Depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, these brake lights may illuminate when the brake pedal... Read more
Consequence
If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Pierce will notify owners, and Whelen will inspect the vehicles and replace the brake lights, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 4, 2019. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723.
717 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Pierce Manufacturing

No complaints found for this vehicle.

Technical Service Bulletins, 2018 PIERCE DASH

2 manufacturer communications from 1 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING1
063140 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR1
SB_654 Dec 19, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Detroit recently released an ACM software update v7.61.2.0 to address high occurrences of Selective Catalyst Reduction Closed Loop Control at Maximum Limit faults on Pierce apparatus with MY2016 a?? 2022 Detroit engines. The updated softwa
SB_654 Dec 19, 2023
063140 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR
Detroit recently released an ACM software update v7.61.2.0 to address high occurrences of Selective Catalyst Reduction Closed Loop Control at Maximum Limit faults on Pierce apparatus with MY2016 a?? 2022 Detroit engines. The updated softwa

PIERCE DASH - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the PIERCE DASH across all model years (1983, 2020).

156 Total Recalls
8 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
0 Reported Crashes
0 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

PIERCE DASH - Year by Year

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Year Recalls Complaints
2020 1 0 View
2019 2 0 View
2018 (current) 3 0
2017 3 0 View
2016 2 0 View
2015 2 0 View
2014 2 0 View
2013 3 0 View
2012 3 0 View
2011 2 0 View
2010 5 0 View
2009 7 0 View
2008 10 0 View
2007 13 2 View
2006 10 0 View
2005 10 0 View
2004 11 2 View
2003 9 0 View
2002 8 0 View
2001 7 0 View
2000 8 3 View
1999 6 1 View
1998 4 0 View
1997 1 0 View
1996 1 0 View
1995 2 0 View
1993 1 0 View
1992 1 0 View
1991 1 0 View
1990 1 0 View
1989 4 0 View
1988 3 0 View
1987 2 0 View
1986 2 0 View
1985 2 0 View
1984 2 0 View
1983 2 0 View

Other PIERCE Models

Model Recalls Complaints
75' ALUMINUM LADDER 0 0 View
AERIAL PUMPER 0 0 View
ARROW 0 0 View
ARROW XT 0 0 View
COMMERCIAL 0 0 View
CONTENDER 0 0 View
CONTENDER BIG BLOCK 0 0 View
CUSTOM CHASSIS 0 0 View