2009 PIERCE IMPEL
13 recalls, 0 complaints - 20 TSBs
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.
18V463000 Jul 11, 2018
STRUCTURE
Defect Description
Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain 2007-2017 Pierce Velocity, Impel, Arrow-XT, Quantum, and Enforcer emergency response vehicles equipped with 75ft aerial devices with a 21 inch or 28 inch limited retraction bracket. The bracket on the aerial device may detach from the aerial and fa... Read more
Consequence
If the bracket falls, it could strike a person below.
Remedy
Pierce will notify owners, and dealers will install additional hardware to mount the limited retraction bracket, free of charge. The recall began on August 22, 2018. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723. Pierce's number for this recall is 74B290.
14V660000 Oct 21, 2014
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM
Defect Description
Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain model year 2009-2013 Pierce Enforcer, Impel, Quantum, Velocity, and Arrow XT emergency vehicles manufactured November 11, 2009, to April 23, 2013, and equipped with TAK-4 front independent suspensions. The affected vehicles have front lower control... Read more
Consequence
If one of the lower control arm fractures, the attached wheel may separate, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Pierce will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the lower control arms, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on November 5, 2014. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723. Pierce's number for this recall is 74B257.
13V518000 Oct 22, 2013
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Defect Description
Pierce Manufacturing Inc. (Pierce) is recalling one model year 2009 Enforcer emergency vehicle and certain model year 2009-2013 Arrow XT, Saber, Velocity, Impel, Quantum, and Commercial vehicles. The trailer connector circuit was wired such that the stop signal overrides the turn signal and the tra... Read more
Consequence
The absence of trailer turn signals may confuse other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Pierce will notify owners, and dealers will install a new electrical harness, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact Pierce at 1-920-832-3000. Pierce's recall number is 74B244.
13V214000 May 17, 2013
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Defect Description
Pierce Manufacturing Inc. (Pierce) is recalling certain model year 2007-2013 Velocity, Impel, and Dash CF emergency vehicles manufactured June 6, 2007, through May 31, 2013. The springs in the outer door handles are not of sufficient stiffness to prevent inadvertent door opening in certain impacts.... Read more
Consequence
In the event of a crash, the weak springs may allow the door to open and possibly fail to contain emergency personnel or equipment, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Pierce will notify owners, and dealers will replace the door handle spring with a stiffer one, free of charge. Owners may contact Pierce at 1-920-832-3000. The recall began on June 28, 2013. Pierce's recall number is 74B242.
13V062000 Feb 25, 2013
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Defect Description
Pierce is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 Velocity and Impel fire trucks manufactured from June 6, 2007, through October 30, 2010. The springs inside the inner door handles may allow the door to open inadvertently.
Consequence
If the door inadvertently opens while the vehicle is in motion, the occupants may fall out and suffer personal injury.
Remedy
Pierce will notify owners, and dealers will replace the inner door handles, free of charge. The recall began during May 2013. Owners may contact Pierce at 1-920-832-3000.
11V551000 Nov 10, 2011
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Defect Description
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 EQUIPP... Read more
Consequence
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.
Remedy
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.
11V527000 Nov 1, 2011
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Defect Description
PIERCE MANUFACTURING (PIERCE) IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2007-2011 ARROW XTAND VELOCITY, MODEL YEAR 2008-2011 CUSTOM CONTENDER, IMPEL, QUANTUM AND MODEL YEAR 2009-2011 SABER EMERGENCY TRUCKS, EQUIPPED WITH MERITOR WABCO ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) MODULES, MANUFACTURED FROM DECEMBER 19, ... Read more
Consequence
IF THE DRIVER IS SLOW TO REACT DURING THIS ESC INTERVENTION, THE VEHICLE MAY DEVIATE FROM THE INTENDED LINE OF TRAVEL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
PIERCE IS WORKING WITH MERITOR WABCO AND WILL REPLACE THE CONTROL MODULE FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 16, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MERITOR WABCO AT 1-248-435-8001 OR PIERCE AT 1-920-832-3000.
10V317000 Jul 8, 2010
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
Defect Description
PIERCE IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006 THROUGH 2010 ARROW XT, DASH, ENFORCER, IMPEL, QUANTUM, AND VELOCITY FIRE TRUCKS MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 11, 2006 THROUGH JUNE 16, 2010 AND EQUIPPED WITH MERITOR WABCO EX225 REAR DISC BRAKES AND ONSPOT AUTOMATIC TIRE CHAINS. THE MERITOR WABCO EX225 REAR ... Read more
Consequence
IF THIS INTERFERENCE OCCURS, BRAKING PERFORMANCE MAY BE REDUCED WITHOUT WARNING AND A CRASH MAY OCCUR.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL NEW AUTOMATIC TIRE CHAIN BRACKETS. THE NEW BRACKETS PROVIDE ADDITIONAL CLEARANCE FOR THE FULL ACTUATION OF THE DISC BRAKE CALIPERS. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN IN JULY 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PIERCE AT 1-920-832-3000.
10V300000 Jun 28, 2010
STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS
Defect Description
PIERCE IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2003 THROUGH 2009 CUSTOM CONTENDER, DASH, ENFORCER, IMPEL, LANCE SABER, AND VELOCITY FIRE TRUCKS MANUFACTURED FROM FEBRUARY 20, 2003, THROUGH MARCH 27, 2009. THESE TRUCKS MAY BE EQUIPPED WITH DROP-DOWN FIRE HOSE TRAYS MOUNTED UNDER THE FRONT BUMPER. THE HOSE T... Read more
Consequence
IF THIS OCCURS THE FIRE HOSE MAY DROP TO THE ROADWAY WITHOUT WARNING. POTENTIAL INJURY TO PEOPLE AND PROPERTY MAY OCCUR. THE SUDDEN HOSE DEPLOYMENT MAY ALSO DISTRACT DRIVERS TRYING TO AVOID THE HOSE AND A CRASH MAY OCCUR.
Remedy
A NEW AND IMPROVED LATCH DESIGN HAS BEEN DEVELOPED AND A NEW HOSE BOX INCORPORATING THE NEW LATCH WILL BE INSTALLED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 4, 2010. OWNER MAY CONTACT PIERCE AT 1-920-832-3000.
09V389000 Oct 6, 2009
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Defect Description
PIERCE IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008 AND 2009 FIRE TRUCKS MANUFACTURED BETWEEN APRIL 1, 2008 AND SEPTEMBER 30, 2009, EQUIPPED WITH CUMMINS ISB CM2150, ISC CM2150, ISL CM2150, ISM CM876, AND ISX CM871 MODEL DIESEL ENGINES. THE VEHICLES MAY BE DESIGNED WITH A HARD WIRED, DASH-MOUNTED SWITCH TH... Read more
Consequence
THIS CONDITION WILL PERMIT HOT EXHAUST GASES TO EXIT THE VEHICLE TAILPIPE, INCREASING THE RISK OF MELTING OR BURNING OF NEARBY SURFACES, OR A FIRE.
Remedy
PIERCE IS WORKING WITH CUMMINS TO REPAIR THE ENGINES. CUMMINS IS CONDUCTING THIS CAMPAIGN AND WILL PROVIDE THE REMEDY FREE OF CHARGE. PLEASE SEE CUMMINS RECALL CAMPAIGN 09E-046. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING OCTOBER 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CUMMINS AT 1-800-DIESELS (1-800-343-735... Read more
09V341000 Aug 31, 2009
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN
Defect Description
PIERCE IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2007 THROUGH 2009 FIRE TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH SIDE-ROLL PROTECTION SYSTEMS. THE SENSOR DESIGNED TO DETECT VEHICLE ROLL CAN MALFUNCTION RESULTING IN AN INADVERTENT DEPLOYMENT OF THE PROTECTION SYSTEM.
Consequence
INADVERTENT DEPLOYMENT OF THE SIDE-ROLL PROTECTION SYSTEM COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH OR INJURY TO AN OUT OF POSITION OCCUPANT.
Remedy
PIERCE WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND THE VEHICLES WILL BE REPAIRED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 31, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PIERCE TOLL-FREE AT 1-888-974-3723.
09V203000 Jun 8, 2009
STEERING
Defect Description
PIERCE IS RECALLING 185 MODEL YEAR 2008 AND 2009 CUSTOM FIRE TRUCKS MANUFACTURED BETWEEN JANUARY 1, 2008 AND MAY 31, 2009, EQUIPPED WITH MERITOR WABCO STEERING ANGLE SENSORS (SAS). INTERNAL FRICTION CAN DEVELOP BETWEEN THE SENSOR GEARS AND THE SENSOR HOUSING AS A RESULT OF EXTERNAL FORCES EXPERIENC... Read more
Consequence
WITH A BROKEN SAS DRIVING TAB, THE ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) WILL NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY, WHICH COULD POSSIBLY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
PIERCE WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND THE VEHICLES WILL BE REPAIRED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 2, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PIERCE AT 1-920-832-3000.
No complaints found for this vehicle.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2009 PIERCE IMPEL
20 manufacturer communications from 7 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 4 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 3 |
| 138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM | 2 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 2 |
| 170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES | 1 |
| 171100 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH | 1 |
| 162520 STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE:INTEGRATED STEPS | 1 |
| 162000 STRUCTURE:BODY | 1 |
PB_560.2
Feb 11, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
Replacement step options for discontinued power steps on Impel/Velocitya?? chassis.
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_588.4
Jul 25, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Addressing fault codes and upgrades to the Midwest Climate Control (MCC) HVAC system.
PB_560
Apr 13, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
Replacement step options for discontinued power steps on Impel/Velocitya?? chassis.
PB_560
Apr 13, 2023
162520 STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE:INTEGRATED STEPS
Replacement step options for discontinued power steps on Impel/Velocitya?? chassis.
PB_560
Apr 13, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
Replacement step options for discontinued power steps on Impel/Velocitya?? chassis.
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_560
Dec 2, 2022
160000 STRUCTURE
Replacement step options for discontinued power steps on Impel/Velocitya?? chassis.
PB_560
Nov 23, 2022
160000 STRUCTURE
Replacement step options for discontinued power steps on Impel/Velocitya?? chassis.
Dealer Letter -
Oct 1, 2014
350000 EQUIPMENT
Recall - Notice: 14V-660-Tak-4 Lower Control Arm Vehicle Safety Recall dealer nofication-Important. Pierce Manugacturing has determined that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists in certain Impel, Quantum, Velocity, and Arro
Dealer Letter -
Oct 1, 2014
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Recall - Notice: 14V-660-Tak-4 Lower Control Arm Vehicle Safety Recall dealer nofication-Important. Pierce Manugacturing has determined that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists in certain Impel, Quantum, Velocity, and Arro
Dealer Letter -
Oct 1, 2014
021530 SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM
Recall - Notice: 14V-660-Tak-4 Lower Control Arm Vehicle Safety Recall dealer nofication-Important. Pierce Manugacturing has determined that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists in certain Impel, Quantum, Velocity, and Arro
Dealer Letter -
Oct 1, 2014
020000 SUSPENSION
Recall - Notice: 14V-660-Tak-4 Lower Control Arm Vehicle Safety Recall dealer nofication-Important. Pierce Manugacturing has determined that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists in certain Impel, Quantum, Velocity, and Arro
TSB-74B175
Feb 10, 2009
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
PIERCE MFG: MULTIPLE UNITS HAVE EXPERIENCED MOISTURE COLLECTING WITHIN THE ROTO MOLDED EVAPORATOR HOUSING. MODEL YEARS UNKNOWN. PROPER CYCLING OF AIR CONDITION SYSTEM. UPDATED ELECTRIC HARNESS. LOWER BATTERY BOX DUE TO POSITIVE POST.
TSB-74B175
Feb 10, 2009
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
PIERCE MFG: MULTIPLE UNITS HAVE EXPERIENCED MOISTURE COLLECTING WITHIN THE ROTO MOLDED EVAPORATOR HOUSING. MODEL YEARS UNKNOWN. PROPER CYCLING OF AIR CONDITION SYSTEM. UPDATED ELECTRIC HARNESS. LOWER BATTERY BOX DUE TO POSITIVE POST.
TSB-74B175
Feb 10, 2009
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
PIERCE MFG: MULTIPLE UNITS HAVE EXPERIENCED MOISTURE COLLECTING WITHIN THE ROTO MOLDED EVAPORATOR HOUSING. MODEL YEARS UNKNOWN. PROPER CYCLING OF AIR CONDITION SYSTEM. UPDATED ELECTRIC HARNESS. LOWER BATTERY BOX DUE TO POSITIVE POST.
TSB-74B175
Feb 10, 2009
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
PIERCE MFG: MULTIPLE UNITS HAVE EXPERIENCED MOISTURE COLLECTING WITHIN THE ROTO MOLDED EVAPORATOR HOUSING. MODEL YEARS UNKNOWN. PROPER CYCLING OF AIR CONDITION SYSTEM. UPDATED ELECTRIC HARNESS. LOWER BATTERY BOX DUE TO POSITIVE POST.
SB-74B178
Feb 1, 2008
170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
PIERCE MFGR: A CHANGE IN THE MANUFACTURING PROCESS OF CERTAIN CAB DOOR LATCHES MAY HAVE AFFECTED PROPER PERFORMANCE OF THE LATCHING MECHANISM. MODEL YEARS UNKNOWN. *PE
SB-74B178
Feb 1, 2008
171100 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
PIERCE MFGR: A CHANGE IN THE MANUFACTURING PROCESS OF CERTAIN CAB DOOR LATCHES MAY HAVE AFFECTED PROPER PERFORMANCE OF THE LATCHING MECHANISM. MODEL YEARS UNKNOWN. *PE
PIERCE IMPEL - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the PIERCE IMPEL across all model years (1998, 2026).
146
Total Recalls
7
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
0
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
PIERCE IMPEL - Year by Year
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| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
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| 2026 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2025 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2024 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2023 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2022 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 2021 | 4 | 0 | View |
| 2020 | 6 | 0 | View |
| 2019 | 6 | 0 | View |
| 2018 | 6 | 0 | View |
| 2017 | 6 | 0 | View |
| 2016 | 9 | 0 | View |
| 2015 | 9 | 0 | View |
| 2014 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 2013 | 7 | 0 | View |
| 2012 | 5 | 0 | View |
| 2011 | 8 | 0 | View |
| 2010 | 9 | 0 | View |
| 2009 (current) | 13 | 0 | |
| 2008 | 15 | 1 | View |
| 2007 | 12 | 6 | View |
| 2006 | 5 | 0 | View |
| 2005 | 4 | 0 | View |
| 2004 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 2003 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2002 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2001 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2000 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1999 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1998 | 1 | 0 | View |