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2018 PIERCE SABER

3 recalls, 0 complaints - 8 TSBs

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.
2,416 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Pierce Manufacturing
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.
4 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Pierce Manufacturing
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.
717 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Pierce Manufacturing

No complaints found for this vehicle.

Technical Service Bulletins, 2018 PIERCE SABER

8 manufacturer communications from 3 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR2
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM1
350000 EQUIPMENT1
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS1
121400 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:BULBS1
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING1
063140 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR1
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_623 Mar 17, 2023
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Front Door Drip Edge Saber/Enforcer Design Improvement.
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 (current) 3 0
2017 3 2 View
2016 8 3 View
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

Other PIERCE Models

Model Recalls Complaints
75' ALUMINUM LADDER 0 0 View
AERIAL PUMPER 0 0 View
ARROW 0 0 View
ARROW XT 0 0 View
COMMERCIAL 0 0 View
CONTENDER 0 0 View
CONTENDER BIG BLOCK 0 0 View
CUSTOM CHASSIS 0 0 View