Recall 13V525 covers 3,115 2000-2010 Pierce Lance, Enforcer, Dash, and Arrow Xt vehicles for cab-tilt mount failure. Repair is free at any franchised Pierce dealer.
Pierce is recalling 3,115 2000-2010 Lance, Enforcer, Dash, and Arrow Xt vehicles because cab tilt cylinder pivot mounts can fatigue and fail during maintenance. If a mount fails while the cab is being raised or lowered, the falling cab can hit someone in its path, and Pierce dealers will complete the free repair.
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What's wrong?
The cab tilt system on 2000-2010 Pierce Lance, Enforcer, Dash, and Arrow Xt fire apparatus lets technicians raise the cab so they can reach service areas underneath it. Hydraulic cab tilt cylinders do the lifting, and the pivot mounts hold those cylinders in place as the cab moves up or down.
On affected apparatus, those pivot mounts can fatigue during cab-tilt maintenance. Fatigue means the metal weakens from repeated stress until it no longer carries the load as designed. If a mount fails while the cab is being raised or lowered, the cab can drop until the safety catch activates.
There is no warning sign before failure. The recall information does not identify a noise, light, or visible change that tells an operator or technician the mount is about to fail.
Who's affected?
Spans four Pierce fire truck lines, Lance, Enforcer, Dash, and Arrow Xt, across 2000-2010, with Equipment listed as the shared component.
| 2007 Pierce Lance | Equipment |
|---|---|
| 2001 Pierce Lance | Equipment |
| 2002 Pierce Lance | Equipment |
| 2003 Pierce Lance | Equipment |
| 2004 Pierce Lance | Equipment |
| 2005 Pierce Lance | Equipment |
| 2006 Pierce Lance | Equipment |
| 2008 Pierce Lance | Equipment |
| 2003 Pierce Enforcer | Equipment |
| 2007 Pierce Enforcer | Equipment |
| 2008 Pierce Enforcer | Equipment |
| 2002 Pierce Dash | Equipment |
| 2003 Pierce Dash | Equipment |
| 2008 Pierce Dash | Equipment |
| 2010 Pierce Dash | Equipment |
| 2001 Pierce Arrow Xt | Equipment |
| 2002 Pierce Arrow Xt | Equipment |
| 2004 Pierce Arrow Xt | Equipment |
| 2006 Pierce Arrow Xt | Equipment |
| 2010 Pierce Arrow Xt | Equipment |
| 2002 Pierce Enforcer | Equipment |
| 2004 Pierce Enforcer | Equipment |
| 2005 Pierce Enforcer | Equipment |
| 2005 Pierce Dash | Equipment |
| 2006 Pierce Enforcer | Equipment |
| 2009 Pierce Enforcer | Equipment |
| 2000 Pierce Dash | Equipment |
| 2006 Pierce Dash | Equipment |
| 2007 Pierce Dash | Equipment |
| 2009 Pierce Dash | Equipment |
| 2000 Pierce Arrow Xt | Equipment |
| 2003 Pierce Arrow Xt | Equipment |
| 2005 Pierce Arrow Xt | Equipment |
| 2007 Pierce Arrow Xt | Equipment |
| 2001 Pierce Enforcer | Equipment |
| 2000 Pierce Enforcer | Equipment |
| 2009 Pierce Arrow Xt | Equipment |
| 2008 Pierce Arrow Xt | Equipment |
| 2001 Pierce Dash | Equipment |
| 2004 Pierce Dash | Equipment |
| 2000 Pierce Lance | Equipment |
| 2009 Pierce Lance | Equipment |
| 2010 Pierce Lance | Equipment |
| Units affected | 3,115 |
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?
When a cab mount fails during tilting, the cab can fall into a person standing in its path, increasing the risk of injury. Keep people clear of the cab whenever it is being tilted, and follow the new safety signs once installed. Repair is free at any franchised Pierce dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2000-2010 Pierce Lance, Enforcer, Dash, or Arrow Xt is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Pierce dealer to schedule the free safety-sign installation that warns operators to stay clear of the cab while it is raised or lowered.
- Bring the recall notice if Pierce sent one. If not, reference recall number 13V525 when you call.
- Keep personnel clear of the cab tilt path during maintenance until the signs are installed.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Pierce technician affixes new safety signs that tell the operator to stay clear of the cab while it is being tilted for maintenance. The recall work is free, including parts and labor. The sign update is meant to make the cab tilt hazard visible before the operator raises or lowers the cab. Since the remedy does not describe replacing the cab tilt cylinder mounts, ask the service desk exactly what signs will be installed and where they will be placed.
Timeline
| October 22, 2013 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 6, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V525?
Recall 13V525 covers 3,115 2000-2010 Pierce Lance, Enforcer, Dash, and Arrow Xt vehicles with cab tilt cylinder pivot mounts that can fatigue and fail during cab raising or lowering. Pierce dealers will affix new safety signs for free.
What should I do if my 2000-2010 Pierce Lance, Enforcer, Dash, or Arrow Xt is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 13V525. If it is, contact a franchised Pierce dealer and ask for recall 74B240. The dealer will install the required safety signs free of charge.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to provide the recall remedy at no cost, and Pierce's remedy states that dealers will affix the new safety signs free of charge. Parts and labor are covered.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is tied to service work with the cab tilted. If a cab tilt cylinder pivot mount fails while the cab is moving, a person in the cab's path can be struck by the falling cab, increasing injury risk.
When did the Pierce recall repair begin?
The recall repair began on January 6, 2014. If your VIN is included and the safety signs were never installed, contact a franchised Pierce dealer and reference recall 74B240 when you ask for the free remedy.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V525000 |
|---|---|
| Pierce customer service | 1-920-832-3000 |
| NHTSA recall # | 13V525 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 13V525000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
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