2000 PIERCE FIRE TRUCK
3 recalls, 0 complaints - 2 TSBs
03V043000 Feb 12, 2003
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
Defect Description
ON CERTAIN FIRE CHASSIS EQUIPPED WITH HARRISON HYDRA-GEN GENERATORS. THE TUBING CONNECTING THE SOFT START TO THE GENERATOR PUMP CAN BREAK AWAY FROM THE FITTING AND SPRAY HYDRAULIC FLUID ONTO THE EXHAUST.
Consequence
THIS CAN CAUSE A FIRE THAT COULD ENDANGER PEOPLE IN THE VICINITY, THE VEHICLE ITSELF, AND NEARBY PROPERTY.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REMOVE TWO PIECES OF STEEL TUBING AND REPLACE THEM WITH HIGH PRESSURE HOSE. OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING FEBRUARY 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME... Read more
01V151000 May 9, 2001
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:MOUNTING
Defect Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: FIRE APPARATUS ON CERTAIN COMMERCIAL CHASSIS WITH OPTIONS FOR FUEL TANK STEP COVERS. CERTAIN VEHICLES WERE BUILT WITHOUT DRAIN HOLES IN THE ALUMINUM STEP LOCATED BELOW THE FUEL FILL OPENING.
Consequence
SPILLED FUEL ON THE FUEL TANK STEPS CAN CREATE A SLIP HAZARD.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL DRILL HOLES IN THE STEP. THE HOLES WILL HELP DRAIN ANY FUEL THAT IS ACCIDENTALLY SPILLED ON THE STEP. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MAY 31, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE T... Read more
01V113000 Apr 2, 2001
SUSPENSION:MULTIPLE AXLE
Defect Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: FIRE TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH OSHKOSH ALL-STEER ALL-WHEEL STEERING SYSTEM. THE REAR WHEELS OF A FIRE ENGINE CAN TURN UNINTENTIONALLY IF THE ALL-WHEEL STEERING SYSTEM KEY IS ON AND MOISTURE PENETRATES TO THE WIRE THAT CONNECTS THE STEERING SENSOR TO THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT (ECU... Read more
Consequence
UNDER THESE CONDITIONS, THE DRIVER CAN EXPERIENCE UNINTENDED TURNING OF A SINGLE OR A TANDUM REAR AXLE, POSSIBLY LEADING TO A VEHICLE CRASH OR INJURY OR DEATH TO A PEDESTRIAN OR FIRE FIGHTER.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT FOR NICKED WIRES AND REPLACE THE WIRE HARNESS. THIS RECALL CAMPAIGN IS 100% COMPLETE.
No complaints found for this vehicle.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2000 PIERCE FIRE TRUCK
2 manufacturer communications from 1 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 1 |
| 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | 1 |
SL-6387-00
Aug 18, 2010
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
CATERPILLAR: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. NEW SOFTWARE NEEDS TO BE INSTALLED ON CERTAIN C9 ENGINES INSTALLED IN PIERCE FIRE TRUCKS THAT ARE EQUIPPED WITH A TWO STAGE WATER PUMP. THE EXISTING SOFTWARE COULD CAUSE THE ENGINE
SL-6387-00
Aug 18, 2010
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
CATERPILLAR: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. NEW SOFTWARE NEEDS TO BE INSTALLED ON CERTAIN C9 ENGINES INSTALLED IN PIERCE FIRE TRUCKS THAT ARE EQUIPPED WITH A TWO STAGE WATER PUMP. THE EXISTING SOFTWARE COULD CAUSE THE ENGINE
NHTSA Safety Investigations, PIERCE FIRE TRUCK
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
SQ01006
Opened: Mar 15, 2001 , Closed: Apr 6, 2001
ALL WHEEL STEERING MALFUNCTION
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PE96071
Opened: Dec 4, 1996 , Closed: Apr 18, 1997
MISMATCHED BRAKE CHAMBERS
DURING INSPECTION ON THE SUBJECT VEHICLES IT WAS FIND OUT THAT THE LEFT SIDE WAS DIFFERETY FROM THE RIGHT
PIERCE FIRE TRUCK - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the PIERCE FIRE TRUCK across all model years (1989, 2001).
25
Total Recalls
2
Total Complaints
2
Investigations
0
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
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