Recall 13V518 affects 349 2009-2013 Pierce emergency vehicles for trailer turn signals. Repair will be free at any franchised Pierce dealer once available.
Pierce is recalling 349 2009-2013 Quantum, Saber, Velocity, Impel, Arrow Xt, Commercial, and Enforcer emergency vehicles because the trailer connector circuit lets the brake signal override the trailer turn signal. The defect leaves the trailer without turn-signal indication while brakes are applied, increasing crash risk; the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The trailer connector circuit on affected 2009-2013 Pierce Quantum, Saber, Velocity, Impel, Arrow Xt, Commercial, and Enforcer vehicles is the wiring path that sends brake and turn-signal commands from the vehicle to a connected trailer. When it is wired correctly, the trailer brake lamps show stopping, and the trailer turn signal keeps flashing so traffic behind the trailer knows where the vehicle is going.
On these Pierce vehicles, the circuit was wired so the stop signal overrides the turn signal. When the brakes are applied during a turn, the trailer lamps show braking but do not show the turn command. That leaves drivers behind the trailer without the normal signal that the vehicle is turning while slowing or stopped.
There is no warning sign before failure. The issue is in the trailer connector wiring, so the driver does not get a dashboard warning or a change in how the vehicle feels.
Who's affected?
Spans seven Pierce truck models from 2009-2013, with turn-signal and electrical-system components listed across the included configurations.
| 2009 Pierce Quantum | Turn signal |
|---|---|
| 2009 Pierce Quantum | electrical system |
| 2010 Pierce Quantum | Turn signal |
| 2010 Pierce Quantum | electrical system |
| 2011 Pierce Quantum | Turn signal |
| 2011 Pierce Quantum | electrical system |
| 2011 Pierce Saber | Turn signal |
| 2011 Pierce Saber | electrical system |
| 2011 Pierce Velocity | Turn signal |
| 2011 Pierce Velocity | electrical system |
| 2012 Pierce Velocity | Turn signal |
| 2012 Pierce Velocity | electrical system |
| 2009 Pierce Saber | Turn signal |
| 2009 Pierce Saber | electrical system |
| 2012 Pierce Quantum | Turn signal |
| 2012 Pierce Quantum | electrical system |
| 2012 Pierce Impel | Turn signal |
| 2012 Pierce Impel | electrical system |
| 2013 Pierce Impel | Turn signal |
| 2013 Pierce Impel | electrical system |
| 2010 Pierce Arrow Xt | Turn signal |
| 2010 Pierce Arrow Xt | electrical system |
| 2011 Pierce Arrow Xt | Turn signal |
| 2011 Pierce Arrow Xt | electrical system |
| 2012 Pierce Arrow Xt | Turn signal |
| 2012 Pierce Arrow Xt | electrical system |
| 2013 Pierce Arrow Xt | Turn signal |
| 2013 Pierce Arrow Xt | electrical system |
| 2009 Pierce Commercial | Turn signal |
| 2009 Pierce Commercial | electrical system |
| 2009 Pierce Velocity | Turn signal |
| 2009 Pierce Velocity | electrical system |
| 2010 Pierce Velocity | Turn signal |
| 2010 Pierce Velocity | electrical system |
| 2013 Pierce Velocity | Turn signal |
| 2013 Pierce Velocity | electrical system |
| 2010 Pierce Saber | Turn signal |
| 2010 Pierce Saber | electrical system |
| 2009 Pierce Impel | Turn signal |
| 2009 Pierce Impel | electrical system |
| 2010 Pierce Impel | Turn signal |
| 2010 Pierce Impel | electrical system |
| 2011 Pierce Impel | Turn signal |
| 2011 Pierce Impel | electrical system |
| 2009 Pierce Enforcer | Turn signal |
| 2009 Pierce Enforcer | electrical system |
| 2009 Pierce Arrow Xt | Turn signal |
| 2009 Pierce Arrow Xt | electrical system |
| 2013 Pierce Commercial | Turn signal |
| 2013 Pierce Commercial | electrical system |
| 2012 Pierce Commercial | Turn signal |
| 2012 Pierce Commercial | electrical system |
| 2012 Pierce Saber | Turn signal |
| 2012 Pierce Saber | electrical system |
| 2013 Pierce Quantum | Turn signal |
| 2013 Pierce Quantum | electrical system |
| 2013 Pierce Saber | Turn signal |
| 2013 Pierce Saber | electrical system |
| 2010 Pierce Commercial | Turn signal |
| 2010 Pierce Commercial | electrical system |
| 2011 Pierce Commercial | Turn signal |
| 2011 Pierce Commercial | electrical system |
| Units affected | 349 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
Missing trailer turn signals leave drivers behind the vehicle without a clear signal when the trailer is turning. That confusion increases the risk of a crash. Until the harness repair is available, use extra care when towing and confirm trailer lighting before each trip. Repair will be free at any franchised Pierce dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2009-2013 Pierce Quantum, Saber, Velocity, Impel, Arrow Xt, Commercial, or Enforcer is included in this recall.
- Wait for Pierce's owner notice before scheduling the free electrical-harness repair.
- Contact Pierce customer service at 1-920-832-3000 with questions, and reference recall number 13V518 and Pierce recall 74B244 when you call.
- Schedule the electrical-harness repair that keeps trailer turn signals working when the brakes are applied once Pierce confirms the repair path.
- Bring the recall notice to the Pierce dealer or service location when the repair is scheduled.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Pierce technician will install a new electrical harness for the trailer connector circuit. Pierce has not provided a notification schedule, so treat the final dealer repair as pending until Pierce opens the process. Once available, the harness repair is free under the recall. The work is meant to correct wiring that lets the stop signal override the turn signal, so trailer lights show the turn signal correctly when the brakes are applied.
Timeline
| October 22, 2013 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| December 30, 2013 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V518?
Recall 13V518 covers 349 2009-2013 Pierce Quantum, Saber, Velocity, Impel, Arrow Xt, Commercial, and Enforcer emergency vehicles with a trailer-connector wiring problem. When brakes are applied, the stop signal overrides the turn signal, so trailer lights do not show a turn. Pierce dealers install a new electrical harness for free.
What should I do if my 2009-2013 Pierce Quantum, Saber, Velocity, Impel, Arrow Xt, Commercial, or Enforcer is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific emergency vehicle is included in recall 13V518. If it is, contact a franchised Pierce dealer to schedule the electrical harness installation. Reference recall number 13V518, or Pierce recall number 74B244, when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Pierce's remedy says dealers will install a new electrical harness free of charge. Parts and labor are covered at a franchised Pierce dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The trailer turn signals do not show a turn when the brakes are applied. Other drivers can be confused by the missing turn signal, increasing the risk of a crash. The repair replaces the affected trailer-connector wiring with a new electrical harness.
What if I bought this Pierce vehicle used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Pierce emergency vehicle is included, then call a franchised Pierce dealer and reference recall number 13V518.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V518000 |
|---|---|
| Pierce customer service | 1-920-832-3000 |
| NHTSA recall # | 13V518 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 13V518000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
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