Pierce recall 24V127 covers 4 2020-2023 Velocity, Enforcer, and Saber vehicles for bumper-blocked rear lights. Repair is free at a franchised Pierce dealer.
Pierce is recalling 4 2020-2023 Velocity, Enforcer, and Saber vehicles equipped with a rear bumper option that partially blocks the rear lights. Reduced rear visibility can make the vehicle harder for other drivers to see and raise crash risk; Pierce dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The rear lamps on 2020-2023 Pierce Velocity, Enforcer, and Saber fire trucks are supposed to be visible from behind the truck. These lamps help show the truck's position and reversing movement to people nearby, especially when the vehicle is working around traffic, equipment, or a fire scene. The rear bumper sits close to those lamps, so lamp placement matters.
On affected trucks, a specific rear bumper option leaves some rearward facing lamps partly blocked. The lamps are installed in positions that do not cast light at the required 45-degree inward angle on both sides of the truck. That means the lights do not meet the federal visibility requirement for rear lamps, even though the lamps themselves are present.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner or crew member is unlikely to notice the problem from the driver's seat because the issue is the angle and visibility of the rear lighting, not a lamp outage or dashboard warning.
Who's affected?
Spans three Pierce truck models across the 2020-2023 model years, with rear lamp items listed under body structure and back up lights.
| 2022 Pierce Velocity | body structure |
|---|---|
| 2022 Pierce Velocity | Back up lights |
| 2020 Pierce Enforcer | body structure |
| 2020 Pierce Enforcer | Back up lights |
| 2023 Pierce Saber | body structure |
| 2023 Pierce Saber | Back up lights |
| 2021 Pierce Velocity | body structure |
| 2021 Pierce Velocity | Back up lights |
| Units affected | 4 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents 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?
Partially obstructed rear lights make the vehicle harder for other drivers to see and increase the risk of a crash. There is no warning sign before the visibility problem. Schedule the repair soon and use extra caution until it is complete. Repair is free at any franchised Pierce dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2020-2023 Pierce Velocity, Enforcer, or Saber is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Pierce dealer to schedule the free rear-light repositioning that clears the bumper obstruction and restores rear visibility.
- Bring the recall notice if Pierce mailed one. If not, reference recall number 24V127 and Pierce recall 74B333 when you call.
- Use extra care around traffic and when backing up until the rear lights are repositioned.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Pierce technician repositions the rear lights so the rear bumper no longer partially blocks them. The recall work is free, with parts and labor covered by Pierce. If you already paid for a related rear lighting repair before the recall notice, send the reimbursement claim to Pierce for review. Keep invoices, receipts, and repair notes together so Pierce can match the paid work to this recall.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| February 21, 2024 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 15, 2024 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 24V127?
Recall 24V127 covers 4 2020-2023 Pierce Velocity, Enforcer, and Saber vehicles equipped with a specific rear bumper option that partially obstructs the rear lights. That obstruction can reduce visibility to other drivers and increase crash risk. Pierce will reposition the lights for free.
What should I do if my 2020-2023 Pierce Velocity, Enforcer, or Saber is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Pierce vehicle is included in recall 24V127. If it is, contact a franchised Pierce dealer or Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723 to schedule the rear-light repositioning. Reference Pierce recall number 74B333 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
No payment is required for the recall repair. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Pierce will reposition the rear lights free of charge. Parts and labor are covered at the recall repair appointment.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is reduced rear visibility to other drivers. Because the rear bumper partially obstructs the rear lights, drivers behind the vehicle have less visual warning, which increases crash risk. Pierce's repair moves the lights so they meet the required lighting standard.
When were owners notified about recall 24V127?
Pierce mailed owner notification letters on April 15, 2024. If you own a 2020-2023 Pierce Velocity, Enforcer, or Saber and did not receive a letter, check your VIN and reference recall 24V127 or Pierce recall number 74B333 when you call for service.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/24V127000 |
|---|---|
| Pierce customer service | 1-888-974-3723 |
| NHTSA recall # | 24V127 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 24V127000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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