Recall 11V255 covers 5,022 1998-2008 Pierce Arrow Xt, Lance, Enforcer, and Dash vehicles for a sticking accelerator pedal. Free repair at a franchised Pierce dealer.
Pierce is recalling 5,022 1998-2008 Arrow Xt, Lance, Enforcer, and Dash fire apparatus with electronic accelerator pedal arms that can bend after repeated force and stick at full throttle. A stuck accelerator can lead to loss of vehicle control and a crash, and the Pierce dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The electronic accelerator pedal on 1998-2008 Pierce Arrow Xt, Lance, Enforcer, and Dash fire apparatus is the driver control that tells the engine to add power. Instead of a simple mechanical throttle cable, the pedal sends the driver's foot input to the vehicle speed control system. The pedal arm has to hold its shape so the pedal can return normally after pressure is released.
On affected vehicles, repeated use with excessive force can bend the accelerator pedal arm. As the arm bends, the pedal moves closer to the cab floor. If it bends far enough, the pedal can contact the floor and stick in the full throttle position, leaving the engine commanded for maximum acceleration until the condition is corrected.
There is no warning sign before failure. The filing says the pedal can reach the floor and stick without warning, so an operator is not given a clear early symptom to rely on.
Who's affected?
Spans Arrow Xt, Lance, Enforcer, and Dash fire trucks across the 1998-2008 model years, all tied to the accelerator pedal.
| 2004 Pierce Arrow Xt | Accelerator pedal |
|---|---|
| 2001 Pierce Lance | Accelerator pedal |
| 2002 Pierce Lance | Accelerator pedal |
| 2003 Pierce Lance | Accelerator pedal |
| 2004 Pierce Lance | Accelerator pedal |
| 2005 Pierce Lance | Accelerator pedal |
| 2006 Pierce Lance | Accelerator pedal |
| 2007 Pierce Lance | Accelerator pedal |
| 2008 Pierce Lance | Accelerator pedal |
| 2003 Pierce Enforcer | Accelerator pedal |
| 2007 Pierce Enforcer | Accelerator pedal |
| 2008 Pierce Enforcer | Accelerator pedal |
| 1998 Pierce Lance | Accelerator pedal |
| 2008 Pierce Dash | Accelerator pedal |
| 2003 Pierce Dash | Accelerator pedal |
| 2002 Pierce Dash | Accelerator pedal |
| 2006 Pierce Arrow Xt | Accelerator pedal |
| 2005 Pierce Enforcer | Accelerator pedal |
| 1999 Pierce Lance | Accelerator pedal |
| 2000 Pierce Lance | Accelerator pedal |
| 2000 Pierce Enforcer | Accelerator pedal |
| 2001 Pierce Enforcer | Accelerator pedal |
| 2002 Pierce Enforcer | Accelerator pedal |
| 2004 Pierce Enforcer | Accelerator pedal |
| 2006 Pierce Enforcer | Accelerator pedal |
| 1998 Pierce Dash | Accelerator pedal |
| 2007 Pierce Dash | Accelerator pedal |
| 2006 Pierce Dash | Accelerator pedal |
| 2005 Pierce Dash | Accelerator pedal |
| 2004 Pierce Dash | Accelerator pedal |
| 2001 Pierce Dash | Accelerator pedal |
| 2000 Pierce Dash | Accelerator pedal |
| 1999 Pierce Dash | Accelerator pedal |
| 2003 Pierce Arrow Xt | Accelerator pedal |
| 2005 Pierce Arrow Xt | Accelerator pedal |
| 2008 Pierce Arrow Xt | Accelerator pedal |
| 2007 Pierce Arrow Xt | Accelerator pedal |
| Units affected | 5,022 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the accelerator pedal sticks, the operator can lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. Treat any sticking or unintended acceleration as a reason to stop using the vehicle and call a Pierce dealer. Repair will be free at any franchised Pierce dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 1998-2008 Pierce Arrow Xt, Lance, Enforcer, or Dash is included in this recall.
- Use the Pierce owner letter mailed on May 9, 2011, or your VIN result if the letter is missing.
- Contact a franchised Pierce dealer to ask about the free redesigned accelerator-pedal-arm repair that keeps the pedal from sticking at full throttle.
- Reference recall number 11V255 when you call Pierce or the dealer.
- Avoid hard accelerator-pedal force until the repair is complete, and pull over safely if the pedal does not return normally.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Pierce technician removes the existing accelerator arm and installs a redesigned pedal arm. The work addresses a pedal arm that can bend after repeated force and let the accelerator pedal contact the cab floor. The filing says the safety recall was expected to begin on May 9, 2011. Because current repair availability is not listed here, confirm availability with a Pierce dealer before arranging service. The dealer repair will be free once available.
Timeline
| April 26, 2011 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| May 9, 2011 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 11V255?
Recall 11V255 covers 5,022 1998-2008 Pierce Arrow Xt, Lance, Enforcer, and Dash fire apparatus with electronic accelerator pedals. Repeated excessive force can bend the pedal arm, move the pedal closer to the floor, and let it stick at full throttle. Pierce dealers replace the accelerator pedal arm for free.
What should I do if my 1998-2008 Pierce Arrow Xt, Lance, Enforcer, or Dash is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific apparatus is included in recall 11V255. If it is, contact a franchised Pierce dealer to schedule the redesigned accelerator pedal arm installation. Reference recall number 11V255 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Pierce dealers will remove the existing accelerator pedal arm and install a redesigned pedal arm free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is a stuck accelerator pedal. If the pedal arm bends far enough, the pedal can contact the cab floor and stick in the full throttle position, which can cause the operator to lose control of the vehicle and increase crash risk.
What warning signs should I watch for?
There is no warning sign before the pedal contacts the cab floor and sticks in the full throttle position. The recall description also says repeated excessive force can bend the pedal arm and move the pedal closer to the floor, so report that condition to a Pierce dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/11V255000 |
|---|---|
| Pierce customer service | 1-920-832-3000 |
| NHTSA recall # | 11V255 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 11V255000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →