Models
Every Pierce model with a safety record. Open one to see it year by year.
| Model | Years | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Arrow XT | 1998–2026 | 10 |
| Dash | 1983–2020 | 6 |
| Enforcer | 1998–2026 | 2 |
| 75' Aluminum Ladder | 2003–2009 | 1 |
| Custom Contender | 1998–2011 | 1 |
| Fire Truck | 1989–2001 | 1 |
| Lance | 1983–2010 | 0 |
Also on record, with too little data for a page of its own: Impel · Quantum · Saber · Arrow · Ladder And Platform · Pierce · Pumper · Velocity · Aerial Pumper · Commercial · Contender · Contender BIG Block · Custom Chassis · Dash CF · Dash D8000 · F550 · Freightliner · International · Javelin · Kenworth · M2-106 · M2-112 · PUC Pumper · Rear Mount Pumper · Tanker.
NHTSA recalls, complaints and manufacturer communications (public domain) · updated 23 Oct 2026
Complaints by model year
All Pierce models together. Newer years are still collecting complaints.
NHTSA ODI complaints
What owners report
- Unknown or other8
- Suspension8
- Steering7
- Wheels4
- Structure3
- Engine3
- Service brakes2
- Seat belts2
NHTSA ODI complaints, by the system named in the complaint
Latest recalls
Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain 2015-2026 Arrow XT, Enforcer, Impel, and Velocity 107’ ladder and 110’ platform aerial firetrucks equipped with a single rear axle. The firm-on-ground system light may remain illuminated after the rear stabilizer loses contact with the ground.
Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain 2025 Velocity, Saber, Impel, Enforcer, and Arrow XT vehicles. The steering linkage arm bolt may come loose, resulting in the steering linkage arm detaching from the steering motor.
Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Enforcer, Quantum, and Velocity fire trucks. The tires mounted on the front steer axles are incompatible with the wheels. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 120, "Wheels and Rims - Other Than Passenger Cars."
Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Commercial Chassis equipped with Hercules HC 1.7 multiplex nodes. In the event of a short circuit or wiring failure, the firmware in the node may fail to shut off the output pin, resulting in overloaded electrical circuits.
Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain 2020 Enforcer, 2021-2022 Velocity, and 2023 Saber vehicles equipped with a specific rear bumper option. The bumper may partially obstruct the rear lights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Freightliner and International Chassis vehicles equipped with Weldon 8X16 Input-Output nodes. In the event of a short circuit or wiring failure, the firmware in the node may fail to shut off the output pin, resulting in overloaded electrical circuits.
Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Arrow XT, Enforcer, and Velocity mid-mount tower trucks equipped with an aerial platform basket. The electrical connector to the aerial turntable wiring harness may not be properly secured, which can result in connector corrosion and affect the leveling ability of the platform basket.
Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Ascendant 107' Aerials and 110' Platforms mounted on single rear axle Enforcer chassis. The galvanized stabilizer beams may develop cracks.
NHTSA recalls · summaries in NHTSA's own words