The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·12V080000·Announced 2012-02-28

Pierce Emergency Vehicles Recalled for Potential Unexpected Engine Shutdown

Pierce is recalling 2010-2012 emergency vehicles because engine shutdown software may not be disabled, potentially causing unexpected stops during rescue operations.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (engine shutdown) that could hamper rescue operations and place the public at risk, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Pierce Manufacturing is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Arrow XT, Dash CF, Quantum, and Velocity emergency vehicles manufactured between October 13, 2010, and February 8, 2012. These vehicles are equipped with Detroit Diesel DD13 EPA 2010 engines.

The engine shutdown software, which is normally provided to protect the engine and vehicle, may not have been disabled on engines intended for emergency vehicle applications. If the vehicle operator receives and ignores multiple warnings indicating the need for operator intervention, the engine may shut down unexpectedly. This unexpected shutdown under certain conditions could hamper rescue operations and place the public at risk.

Pierce will notify owners, and Detroit Diesel dealers will disable the engine shutdown software free of charge. Pierce has not provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact Pierce at 888-974-3723 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
PIERCE ARROW XT, DASH CF, QUANTUM, VELOCITY
Brand
PIERCE
Manufacturer
PIERCE MANUFACTURING
Category
Vehicle — Emergency Vehicle
Hazard
Affected units
276

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 (4)

  • ARROW XT
  • DASH CF
  • QUANTUM
  • VELOCITY

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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