2016 PIERCE SABER
8 recalls, 3 complaints - 8 TSBs
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.
18V050000 Jan 11, 2018
EQUIPMENT
Defect Description
Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Arrow XT, Enforcer, Quantum, Saber, Velocity, and Commercial emergency vehicles equipped with Hale pressure relief valves in the water pumps used for fire fighting. Rings securing the valves may corrode over time after exposure to water, ... Read more
Consequence
A reduction in water pressure may hinder fire fighting efforts, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Pierce has notified owners, and dealers will install a remedy kit, free of charge. The recall began on February 9, 2018. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723 or Hale Products at 1-800-533-3569. Pierce's number for this recall is 74B287.
17V570000 Sep 14, 2017
STEERING
Defect Description
Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Arrow XT, Enforcer, Impel, Quantum, Saber, and Velocity vehicles, equipped with certain Spicer D-Series and E-Series steer axles. The castellated nut on the steer axles may not be properly torqued, allowing the tie rod to loosen.
Consequence
If the tie rod loosens, it may disconnect from the steering knuckle, causing a complete loss of steering and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Pierce will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the torque of the castellated nut and tie rod, tightening it as necessary. If the tie rod stud and knuckle on units cannot be sufficiently torqued, the dealer will replace the knuckle and tie rod end assembly, free of charge. The recall began on ... Read more
16V585000 Aug 5, 2016
POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
Defect Description
Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Arrow, Dash, Enforcer, Impel, Quantum, Saber, and Velocity fire trucks manufactured June 29, 2015, to June 30, 2016. The affected vehicles may be equipped with certain C20 and C21 split-shaft transmissions from Waterous. This ... Read more
Consequence
If the power output cannot be changed, once the fire truck arrives at the scene, it may not be able to pump water to aid in extinguishing the fire, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Piece will notify owners, and dealers will remove the shift unit assembly and replace the clevis pin and retaining rings, free of charge. The recall began on September 2, 2016. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723. Pierce's number for this recall is 74B277.
16V390000 Jun 1, 2016
EQUIPMENT
Defect Description
Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Arrow XT, Enforcer, Impel, Quantum, Saber, and Velocity emergency vehicles manufactured August 4, 2015, to August 24, 2016, equipped with pumps to provide pressurized water to aid in fighting fires. These pumps have 6" intake s... Read more
Consequence
If the strainer and/or debris enters the pump, and the operator is forced to shut down the pump, reducing firefighting effectiveness, there could be an increased risk of injury.
Remedy
Pierce will notify owners to check the strainer for missing solder at the joints. Any strainers missing solder will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on June 16, 2016. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723 or Hale Products Customer Service Center at 1-800-533-3... Read more
16V148000 Mar 10, 2016
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Defect Description
Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Enforcer and Saber emergency vehicles manufactured from March 3, 2014, through February 3, 2016. The clamps on the heater hose may have been improperly installed allowing engine coolant to leak into the passenger compartment.
Consequence
If coolant leaks into the passenger compartment, it may contact electrical components causing a shorting of circuits and a loss of function of features controlled by those circuits, including loss of power to vehicle which may result in a stall and increase the risk of a crash. The hot coolant may ... Read more
Remedy
Pierce will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the hose clamp installation. Any improperly installed clamps will be corrected free of charge. The recall began on April 11, 2016. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723. Pierce's number for this recall is 74B269.
16V123000 Mar 2, 2016
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
Defect Description
Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain model year 2016 Arrow-XT, Dash, Enforcer, Impel, Quantum, Saber, and Velocity fire and emergency vehicles manufactured October 13, 2015, to February 9, 2016. The fastener cap over the bearing on the universal joint of the drive shaft may have been ... Read more
Consequence
If the cap was not properly tightened, the cap may detach from the vehicle and become a road hazard. Additionally, the universal joint may separate and the vehicle may not be able to be driven, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Pierce will notify owners, and dealers will check and correct the tightness of all bolts for the universal joint caps, as needed, free of charge. The recall began on March 25, 2016. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723. Pierce's number for this recall is 74B270.
15V706000 Oct 26, 2015
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Arrow XT, Velocity, Enforcer, and Saber vehicles manufactured November 20, 2014, to September 29, 2015. The affected vehicles are equipped with front drive axles whose hex nuts on the flange yoke may not have been properly tigh... Read more
Consequence
If the hex nuts are not tightened to specification, the driveshaft may disconnect from the drive axle, resulting in a loss of propulsion and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Pierce will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the hex nuts, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on November 12, 2015. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723. Pierce's number for this recall is 74B266.
Complaint Statistics
3 total complaints
3 fires 6 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES | 1 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 1 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 1 |
SERVICE BRAKES
Mar 28, 2019
Incident date: Feb 24, 2019
CITY OF DAYTON FIRE-RESCUE FIREFIGHTERS WERE RETURNING FROM A FIRE ALARM WHEN THEY NOTICED A "BURNING WIRES" SMELL IN THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT OF THE 2016 PIERCE SABER THEY WERE DRIVING. AS FIREFIGHTERS WERE ATTEMPTING TO FIND A SAFE LOCATION TO STOP THE TRUCK, ALL OF THE CAB AND DASH LIGHTS BEGAN... Read more
Fire
2 injured
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mar 28, 2019
Incident date: Feb 24, 2019
CITY OF DAYTON FIRE-RESCUE FIREFIGHTERS WERE RETURNING FROM A FIRE ALARM WHEN THEY NOTICED A "BURNING WIRES" SMELL IN THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT OF THE 2016 PIERCE SABER THEY WERE DRIVING. AS FIREFIGHTERS WERE ATTEMPTING TO FIND A SAFE LOCATION TO STOP THE TRUCK, ALL OF THE CAB AND DASH LIGHTS BEGAN... Read more
Fire
2 injured
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Mar 28, 2019
Incident date: Feb 24, 2019
CITY OF DAYTON FIRE-RESCUE FIREFIGHTERS WERE RETURNING FROM A FIRE ALARM WHEN THEY NOTICED A "BURNING WIRES" SMELL IN THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT OF THE 2016 PIERCE SABER THEY WERE DRIVING. AS FIREFIGHTERS WERE ATTEMPTING TO FIND A SAFE LOCATION TO STOP THE TRUCK, ALL OF THE CAB AND DASH LIGHTS BEGAN... Read more
Fire
2 injured
Technical Service Bulletins, 2016 PIERCE SABER
8 manufacturer communications from 3 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS | 2 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 1 |
| 162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR | 1 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 1 |
| 121400 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:BULBS | 1 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 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
WB 19
Dec 12, 2016
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Warranty bulletin discussing condensation in LED headlamps produced by JW Speaker. Per supplier, condensation in headlamp with not impact performance or operation of the headlamp.
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 SABER - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the PIERCE SABER across all model years (1995, 2025).
82
Total Recalls
5
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
0
Reported Crashes
3
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
PIERCE SABER - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2023 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2022 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2021 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2020 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2019 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2018 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 2017 | 3 | 2 | View |
| 2016 (current) | 8 | 3 | |
| 2015 | 8 | 0 | View |
| 2014 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2013 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2012 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2011 | 4 | 0 | View |
| 2010 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 2009 | 5 | 0 | View |
| 2008 | 4 | 0 | View |
| 2007 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2006 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 2005 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 2004 | 4 | 0 | View |
| 2003 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 2002 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2001 | 4 | 0 | View |
| 2000 | 4 | 0 | View |
| 1999 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 1998 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1997 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1996 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1995 | 2 | 0 | View |