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SevereNHTSA·16V148000·Announced 2016-03-10

Pierce Recalls 2014-2016 Enforcer and Saber Vehicles for Heater Hose Defect

Pierce is recalling 267 emergency vehicles due to improperly installed heater hose clamps that may leak coolant, causing electrical shorts, vehicle stalls, or burn injuries.

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 (improperly installed clamps) that poses a risk of vehicle stall, crash, and burn injuries, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Pierce Manufacturing is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Enforcer and Saber emergency vehicles manufactured between March 3, 2014, and February 3, 2016. The recall involves 267 vehicles where the clamps on the heater hose may have been improperly installed.

This defect allows engine coolant to leak into the passenger compartment. If coolant contacts electrical components, it may cause circuit shorting and loss of function for vehicle features, including power loss that could result in a stall and increased crash risk. Additionally, hot coolant contacting occupants may cause burn injuries.

Dealers will inspect the hose clamp installation and correct any improperly installed clamps free of charge. The recall began on April 11, 2016. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
PIERCE ENFORCER, SABER
Brand
PIERCE
Manufacturer
Pierce Manufacturing
Category
Vehicle — Emergency Vehicle
Hazard
Affected units
267

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 (2)

  • ENFORCER
  • SABER

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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