The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·11V097000·Announced 2011-02-14

Pierce Arrow XT Trucks Recalled for Air Cleaner Fire Risk

Pierce is recalling 2008-2009 Arrow XT trucks because air cleaner brackets may loosen, causing a fire that could lead to a crash.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a fire hazard that could lead to a crash, which aligns with the rubric criteria for significant injury or property damage reports (Score 4).

Plain-English summary

Pierce Manufacturing is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 Arrow XT vehicles built with Caterpillar C13 2007 engines. The recall addresses a defect where three upper air cleaner bracket fasteners may loosen and fall out.

If the fasteners fall out, the air cleaner and bracket may fall onto the engine and start a fire. If an under-cab fire occurs, engine operation could be affected, potentially leading to a crash.

Owners should contact Pierce at 1-888-974-3723 or their local dealer for a free repair. The safety recall is expected to begin during May 2011. Owners may also contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
PIERCE ARROW XT
Brand
PIERCE
Manufacturer
PIERCE MANUFACTURING
Category
Vehicle — Truck
Hazard
Affected units
108

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • ARROW XT

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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