2018 PIERCE ENFORCER
9 recalls, 0 complaints - 13 TSBs
26V217000 Apr 6, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Defect Description
Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain 2015-2026 Arrow XT, Enforcer, Impel, and Velocity 107’ ladder and 110’ platform aerial firetrucks equipped with a single rear axle. The firm-on-ground system light may remain illuminated after the rear stabilizer loses contact with the ground.
Consequence
A false firm-on-ground indicator light may lead to using the aerial device when the vehicle may shift during aerial operation, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Pierce will provide instructions on how to update the vehicle software and perform an aerial device functional check, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 29, 2026. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723.
23V096000 Feb 17, 2023
EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:BOOM/CRANE/LADDER
Defect Description
Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain 2018-2023 Velocity, Impel, Enforcer, and Arrow XT 110-foot aerial trucks. When the aerial platform is extended to its maximum angle, the platform mounting bracket may interfere with the basket handrail hinge peg and cause the handrail to detach fro... Read more
Consequence
A basket handrail that unexpectedly detaches from the basket may increase the risk of injury to first responders using the handrail or to individuals on the ground near the vehicle.
Remedy
Dealers will install new basket handrail hinge pegs, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 16, 2023. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723. Pierce's number for this recall is 74B326.
22V809000 Oct 27, 2022
EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL
Defect Description
Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain 2010-2022 Pierce Velocity, Enforcer, Arrow XT, Quantum, and Dash CF fire trucks. Stokes basket mounting brackets may be insufficiently welded.
Consequence
The left and/or right brackets can fail, allowing the stokes basket to fall and increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Pierce will replace the stokes basket mounting brackets, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 14, 2022. Owners may contact Pierce's customer service at 1-888-974-3723. Pierce's number for this recall is 74B323.
22V032000 Jan 26, 2022
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL
Defect Description
Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain 2015-2021 Arrow XT, Enforcer, Quantum and Velocity fire trucks. The fuel tubes between the fuel rail and the injectors for cylinders four, five, and six may fatigue and crack, which can result in a high pressure fuel leak.
Consequence
A high pressure fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
On engines with 75 miles or less, dealers will install vibration isolators to the fuel tubes. Engines with more than 75 miles will receive new fuel tubes with vibration isolators, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 11, 2022. Owners may contact Pierce's customer servi... Read more
21V394000 May 26, 2021
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL
Defect Description
Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Arrow XT, Enforcer, Impel, Quantum, Saber, and Velocity vehicles. The sealing washer may not seat correctly in the pilot bore holes, allowing the high pressure fuel rail assembly to leak.
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the rail threads and fuel lines, and replace the rail as necessary, free of charge. Interim notification letters were mailed to owners on June 24, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed July 30, 2021. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723.
21V222000 Mar 30, 2021
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BACK UP LIGHTS
Defect Description
Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Enforcer, Freightliner and Saber vehicles equipped with ECCO Holdings Code 3 7x9 Stop-Tail-Turn Reverse All-in-One LED stop, tail, turn, and reverse lights. The rear LED lights may be too bright. As such, these vehicles fail to comply wi... Read more
Consequence
The excessive brightness may negatively affect the vision of other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Pierce will notify owners, and dealers will provide a filter kit to be installed in the rear lights, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 26, 2021. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723.
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.
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.
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.
No complaints found for this vehicle.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2018 PIERCE ENFORCER
13 manufacturer communications from 6 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 3 |
| 162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR | 2 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 2 |
| 138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM | 2 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 1 |
| 121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS | 1 |
| 121400 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:BULBS | 1 |
| 063140 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR | 1 |
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
SB_588.4
Jul 25, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Addressing fault codes and upgrades to the Midwest Climate Control (MCC) HVAC system.
SB_588.4
Jul 25, 2023
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
Addressing fault codes and upgrades to the Midwest Climate Control (MCC) HVAC system.
SB_623
Mar 17, 2023
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Front Door Drip Edge Saber/Enforcer Design Improvement.
SB_588
Jan 5, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Addressing fault codes and upgrades to the MCC HVAC system.
SB_588
Jan 5, 2023
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
Addressing fault codes and upgrades to the MCC HVAC system.
PB_593_03.02.202
Mar 2, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The lower coolant tube clamp bracket (Pierce P/N 2953062) has been redesigned and older versions should be replaced with Pierce P/N 4107662.
Service Bulletin
Jan 16, 2015
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
LED Headlight Part Numbers and Install Instructions
Service Bulletin
Jan 16, 2015
121400 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:BULBS
LED Headlight Part Numbers and Install Instructions
Service Bulletin
Dec 11, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Saber FR and Enforcer Door Switch and DNMT Service Manual
Service Bulletin
Dec 11, 2014
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Saber FR and Enforcer Door Switch and DNMT Service Manual
Service Bulletin
Dec 11, 2014
350000 EQUIPMENT
Saber FR and Enforcer Door Switch and DNMT Service Manual
PIERCE ENFORCER - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the PIERCE ENFORCER across all model years (1998, 2026).
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Total Recalls
2
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
0
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
PIERCE ENFORCER - Year by Year
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| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
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| 2026 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2025 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2024 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2023 | 4 | 0 | View |
| 2022 | 6 | 0 | View |
| 2021 | 7 | 0 | View |
| 2020 | 10 | 0 | View |
| 2019 | 9 | 0 | View |
| 2018 (current) | 9 | 0 | |
| 2017 | 10 | 0 | View |
| 2016 | 16 | 0 | View |
| 2015 | 15 | 0 | View |
| 2014 | 6 | 0 | View |
| 2013 | 6 | 0 | View |
| 2012 | 6 | 0 | View |
| 2011 | 5 | 0 | View |
| 2010 | 6 | 0 | View |
| 2009 | 8 | 0 | View |
| 2008 | 9 | 0 | View |
| 2007 | 11 | 1 | View |
| 2006 | 9 | 1 | View |
| 2005 | 10 | 0 | View |
| 2004 | 10 | 0 | View |
| 2003 | 8 | 0 | View |
| 2002 | 7 | 0 | View |
| 2001 | 7 | 0 | View |
| 2000 | 7 | 0 | View |
| 1999 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 1998 | 1 | 0 | View |