The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·12V523000·Announced 2012-10-31

Pierce Contender Fire Trucks Recalled for Engine Software Surge Issue

Pierce is recalling 2006-2008 Contender fire trucks due to an engine software defect that can cause RPM surges and water pressure fluctuations, potentially leading to injury.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product where the defect could result in personal injury, but no specific injuries or fatalities are reported in the source text, fitting the 'High' severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

Pierce Manufacturing is recalling certain model year 2006-2008 Contender fire trucks manufactured between December 26, 2006, and March 28, 2008. These vehicles are equipped with a Caterpillar C9 engine and are affected by an engine software problem. The defect can cause the engine's RPMs to surge while the vehicle is in pump mode.

The surge in engine speed can cause a fluctuation in water pressure from the fire hose, which could result in personal injury. Pierce has already remedied all of the affected vehicles by updating the engine software. Consequently, owner notifications will not be sent.

Owners of these vehicles may contact Pierce at 1-920-832-3000 for more information. Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.safercar.gov.

The recalled product

Product
PIERCE CUSTOM CONTENDER
Brand
PIERCE
Manufacturer
PIERCE MANUFACTURING
Category
Vehicle — Fire Trucks
Hazard
Affected units
9

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)

  • CUSTOM CONTENDER

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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