Recall 22V116 covers 1 2021 Pierce Arrow Xt firetruck with improperly crimped generator lifting cables. Repair is free at any franchised Pierce dealer.
Pierce is recalling 1 2021 Arrow Xt firetruck under recall 22V116 because lifting cables on the Cummins generator set were improperly crimped. If a cable comes out of place during lifting, the generator set can fall and increase the risk of injury; Pierce dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The braided steel lifting cable on the 2021 Pierce Arrow Xt is part of the Cummins generator set equipment. It is used when the generator set is lifted for installation, removal, or service. The cable depends on a ferrule, a metal sleeve crimped around the cable end, to hold the cable securely under load.
On the affected firetruck, that ferrule was not crimped correctly. A poor crimp leaves the cable end less secure than designed, so the cable is not trusted for lifting the generator set. The defect is in the cable assembly, not in the engine or driveline of the firetruck.
There is no warning sign before failure. The practical check is visual: the suspect cable is replaced with a properly crimped cable, or it carries a clear warning to use a different lifting method.
Who's affected?
| 2021 Pierce Arrow Xt | Equipment |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 1 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2021 Pierce Arrow Xt truck is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the lifting cable comes out of place during a lift, the generator set can fall and injure people nearby. There is no warning sign before failure. Keep people clear during lifting and have the cable inspected before the next lifting operation. Repair is free at any franchised Pierce dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2021 Pierce Arrow Xt is included in this recall.
- Contact your nearest franchised Pierce dealer or Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723 to schedule the free Cummins generator lifting-cable inspection.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it. If not, reference recall number 22V116 when you call.
- Avoid lifting the generator set until the inspection and any needed cable replacement or warning-label installation is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Pierce technician inspects the generator set lifting cable to confirm whether the cable crimp is correct. If the cable needs repair, the technician replaces it. If inspection shows the cable is acceptable, the technician installs the required warning label. The inspection, cable replacement, or label installation is free under the recall. Pierce is not offering a separate reimbursement program because any product failure before the owner notice was handled under the manufacturer's limited warranty. Ask the service desk how warranty coverage applies if you have prior repair paperwork.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| October 8, 2021 | Owner notification mailed |
|---|---|
| March 1, 2022 | NHTSA published the recall |
| March 1, 2022 | Dealer notification began |
| March 1, 2022 | Dealer notification ended |
| March 1, 2022 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| March 1, 2022 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 22V116?
Recall 22V116 covers 1 2021 Pierce Arrow Xt firetruck equipped with a Cummins generator set. The lifting cables were not crimped correctly, so a cable can come out of place during lifting. Cummins will inspect the cable and replace it or install a warning label for free.
What should I do if my 2021 Pierce Arrow Xt is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific firetruck is included in recall 22V116. If it is, contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723 or a franchised Pierce service location to arrange the Cummins lifting-cable inspection. Reference recall 22V116 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the recall remedy at no cost, and Pierce says Cummins will inspect the lifting cable for free. If the cable needs correction, Cummins will replace it or install the required warning label at no charge.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is injury during generator-set lifting work. If an improperly crimped cable comes out of place during a lift, the generator set can fall. Keep lifting operations handled through the recall inspection process until the cable has been inspected and corrected.
When were owners notified about recall 22V116?
Pierce mailed owner notification letters on October 8, 2021. If you bought the firetruck used or never received the letter, check your VIN and call Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723 with recall number 22V116.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/22V116000 |
|---|---|
| Pierce customer service | 1-888-974-3723 |
| NHTSA recall # | 22V116 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 22V116000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →