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2012 PIERCE IMPEL

5 recalls, 0 complaints - 17 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.
994 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Pierce Manufacturing
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.
17 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Pierce Manufacturing
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.
135 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Pierce Manufacturing
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.
349 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Pierce Manufacturing
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.
2,006 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Pierce Manufacturing

No complaints found for this vehicle.

Technical Service Bulletins, 2012 PIERCE IMPEL

17 manufacturer communications from 6 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
160000 STRUCTURE4
350000 EQUIPMENT2
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM2
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM2
150000 SEAT BELTS1
151400 SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY1
152400 SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY1
020000 SUSPENSION1
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
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.
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
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
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
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
SB-333 Feb 19, 2013
150000 SEAT BELTS
PIERCE: THE FEMALE BUCKLE AND BELT TONGUE HAS BEEN UPGRADED TO A NEW COMBINATION L9, THAT PROVIDES MORE STRAIN RELIEF FOR WIRING IN STALK, AND SHOULDER BELT SYSTEM HAS A NEW READY REACH D-LOOP ASSEMBLY ON CERTAIN MODELS. MODELS VELOCITY,
SB-333 Feb 19, 2013
152400 SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
PIERCE: THE FEMALE BUCKLE AND BELT TONGUE HAS BEEN UPGRADED TO A NEW COMBINATION L9, THAT PROVIDES MORE STRAIN RELIEF FOR WIRING IN STALK, AND SHOULDER BELT SYSTEM HAS A NEW READY REACH D-LOOP ASSEMBLY ON CERTAIN MODELS. MODELS VELOCITY,
SB-333 Feb 19, 2013
151400 SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
PIERCE: THE FEMALE BUCKLE AND BELT TONGUE HAS BEEN UPGRADED TO A NEW COMBINATION L9, THAT PROVIDES MORE STRAIN RELIEF FOR WIRING IN STALK, AND SHOULDER BELT SYSTEM HAS A NEW READY REACH D-LOOP ASSEMBLY ON CERTAIN MODELS. MODELS VELOCITY,

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

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