Recall 16V390 covers 114 2015-2016 Pierce emergency vehicles for improperly soldered pump intake strainers. Repair is free at any franchised Pierce dealer.
Pierce is recalling 114 2015-2016 Saber, Velocity, Impel, Enforcer, Arrow Xt, and Quantum emergency vehicles because 6-inch intake strainers in the firefighting water pumps were improperly soldered and can come apart during use. If strainer parts or debris enter the pump, operators can lose firefighting effectiveness, which increases injury risk; Pierce dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
Does this recall apply to your specific vehicle?
The official, free per-VIN recall check is run by NHTSA. Enter your VIN and we'll forward you directly — and add you to a free watchlist so you hear about new recalls for your vehicle.
Check my VIN at NHTSARecallNotify doesn't check your VIN — NHTSA's official tool does. We use your email only to alert you to new recalls.
Watch this vehicle for recalls
Add it to your free watchlist and we will alert you as new federal recalls are posted for your year, make and model. New-recall alerts are rolling out now.
You are on the watchlist.
We will email you as new federal recalls are posted for your vehicle.
What's wrong?
The fire pump on affected 2015-2016 Pierce Saber, Velocity, Impel, Enforcer, Arrow Xt, and Quantum emergency vehicles provides pressurized water during firefighting. A 6-inch intake strainer sits at the pump inlet and helps keep loose material out of the pump. The pump depends on that strainer staying together while water is being drawn in under force.
On these vehicles, the intake strainer was built with solder missing from joints that hold the strainer elements together. The solder is the metal bond that keeps the pieces fixed in place. When the pump runs, an unsoldered or weak joint can separate, and pieces of the strainer, along with debris, can be pulled into the Hale pump. That can damage the pump and reduce water flow.
Routine visual inspection can show missing solder or a strainer starting to come apart. If the strainer is ingested, the crew can notice louder pump noise or reduced water flow.
Who's affected?
Spans the Saber, Velocity, Impel, Enforcer, Arrow Xt, and Quantum across the 2015 and 2016 model years, all tied to the same equipment issue.
| 2015 Pierce Saber | Equipment |
|---|---|
| 2016 Pierce Velocity | Equipment |
| 2015 Pierce Impel | Equipment |
| 2016 Pierce Impel | Equipment |
| 2015 Pierce Enforcer | Equipment |
| 2016 Pierce Arrow Xt | Equipment |
| 2015 Pierce Velocity | Equipment |
| 2015 Pierce Arrow Xt | Equipment |
| 2016 Pierce Enforcer | Equipment |
| 2016 Pierce Quantum | Equipment |
| 2015 Pierce Quantum | Equipment |
| 2016 Pierce Saber | Equipment |
| Units affected | 114 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 1 field incident to date. |
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?
A loose strainer or debris can enter the pump and force the operator to shut it down, reducing firefighting effectiveness and increasing injury risk. Routine visual inspection can find missing solder or a strainer coming apart. Higher pump noise or reduced water flow needs prompt service attention. Repair is free at any franchised Pierce dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2015-2016 Pierce Saber, Velocity, Impel, Enforcer, Arrow Xt, or Quantum emergency vehicle is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Pierce dealer to schedule the free intake-strainer inspection and replacement for strainers with missing solder.
- Bring the recall notice if Pierce mailed one. If not, reference recall number 16V390 when you call.
- Avoid using the pump for active firefighting service until Pierce or the dealer confirms the intake strainer has proper solder or replaces it.
- Call Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723 with questions about the inspection or replacement.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Pierce technician checks the intake strainer joints for missing solder. If any strainer is missing solder, the technician replaces it, free under the recall. The inspection matters because a separated strainer can let pieces and debris enter the fire pump and damage it during use. Pierce has a general reimbursement plan on file for prior related repairs. Bring repair paperwork and proof of payment to the service desk so Pierce can review the claim under that plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| June 1, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 6, 2016 | Dealer notification began |
| June 6, 2016 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| June 16, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
| June 20, 2016 | Dealer notification ended |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V390?
Recall 16V390 covers 114 2015-2016 Pierce Saber, Velocity, Impel, Enforcer, Arrow Xt, and Quantum emergency vehicles with 6-inch pump intake strainers that were improperly soldered. Pierce will replace any strainer with missing solder for free.
What should I do if my 2015-2016 Pierce Saber, Velocity, Impel, Enforcer, Arrow Xt, or Quantum is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific emergency vehicle is included in recall 16V390. If it is, contact a franchised Pierce service location or Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723 and ask for recall 74B272. The inspection and needed replacement are free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to correct the defect at no cost, and Pierce will replace any affected 6-inch intake strainer with missing solder free of charge. Parts and labor are covered through the recall repair.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is reduced firefighting effectiveness. If the intake strainer separates, strainer pieces and debris can enter the pump and damage it. If the operator has to shut down the pump during use, firefighting performance is reduced and injury risk increases.
When did Pierce begin this recall?
Pierce began the recall on June 16, 2016. Because the repair is available, included owners can arrange the strainer inspection now and have any affected strainer replaced at no charge. Reference recall 16V390 or Pierce recall 74B272 when scheduling service.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V390000 |
|---|---|
| Pierce customer service | 1-888-974-3723 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V390 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V390000 |
Source documents
-
Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) - Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 31, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →