Pierce Recalls
110 recalls on record · July 29, 1987 to April 6, 2026 · Vehicle Equipment, Vehicles
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Count of recall notices naming this brand, by the year the recall was announced. A quiet year is not proof of a safe year.
April 6, 2026VehiclesNHTSA
Pierce 2015–2026 Electrical System recall
Hazard: A false firm-on-ground indicator light may lead to using the aerial device when the vehicle may shift during aerial operation, increasing the risk of injury.
February 2, 2026VehiclesNHTSA
Pierce 2025 Steering recall
Hazard: Steering linkage arm detachment can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
December 2, 2024VehiclesNHTSA
Pierce 2023–2024 Wheels recall
Hazard: The tires can separate from the wheels, increasing the risk of a crash.
February 26, 2024VehiclesNHTSA
Pierce 2023–2024 Electrical System recall
Hazard: Overloaded electrical circuits can overheat, increasing the risk of fire.
February 21, 2024VehiclesNHTSA
Pierce 2020–2023 Structure recall
Hazard: Partially obstructed rear lights can reduce the vehicle's visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
January 10, 2024VehiclesNHTSA
Pierce 2020–2023 Electrical System recall
Hazard: Overloaded electrical circuits can overheat, increasing the risk of fire.
December 7, 2023VehiclesNHTSA
Pierce 2019–2023 Electrical System recall
Hazard: An inability for the platform basket to maintain level can result in the basket tipping, increasing the risk of injury.
June 6, 2023VehiclesNHTSA
Pierce 2016–2022 Structure recall
Hazard: Cracks can cause instability when an aerial ladder or platform is elevated, increasing the risk of injury.
February 17, 2023VehiclesNHTSA
Pierce 2018–2023 Equipment recall
Hazard: A basket handrail that unexpectedly detaches from the basket may increase the risk of injury to first responders using the handrail or to individuals on the ground near the vehicle.
December 2, 2022VehiclesNHTSA
Pierce 2022 Steering recall
Hazard: Tie rod separation can result in a sudden loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
October 27, 2022VehiclesNHTSA
Pierce 2010–2022 Equipment recall
Hazard: The left and/or right brackets can fail, allowing the stokes basket to fall and increasing the risk of injury.
August 8, 2022VehiclesNHTSA
Pierce 2022 Electrical System recall
Hazard: Inoperative vehicle lighting can reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.
August 5, 2022VehiclesNHTSA
Pierce 2021–2022 Steering recall
Hazard: A fractured steering gear can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
March 1, 2022VehiclesNHTSA
Pierce 2021 Equipment recall
Hazard: An improperly crimped cable may come out of place during a lifting operation, possibly causing the generator set to fall, increasing the risk of injury.
January 26, 2022VehiclesNHTSA
Pierce 2015–2021 Fuel System, Diesel recall
Hazard: A high pressure fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
May 26, 2021VehiclesNHTSA
Pierce 2017–2021 Fuel System, Diesel recall
Hazard: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
March 30, 2021VehiclesNHTSA
Pierce 2016–2018 Exterior Lighting recall
Hazard: The excessive brightness may negatively affect the vision of other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
January 13, 2021VehiclesNHTSA
Pierce 2020 Equipment recall
Hazard: Inability to use the wireless remote controller may hinder the firefighting efforts, increasing the risk of injury.
September 22, 2020VehiclesNHTSA
Pierce 2018–2020 Equipment recall
Hazard: Unintended movement of the aerial device can increase the risk of injury.
February 28, 2020VehiclesNHTSA
Pierce 2019–2020 Equipment recall
Hazard: The failed tube may cause the aerial device to fall, increasing the risk of injury.
August 28, 2019VehiclesNHTSA
Pierce 2019 Suspension recall
Hazard: If the bearings are damaged, the wheel may separate and cause a sudden loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of crash.
July 31, 2019VehiclesNHTSA
Pierce 2019 Air Bags recall
Hazard: In the event of a crash, if the KAB does not inflate properly, it may not provide the intended protection to the occupant, increasing the risk of injury.
January 2, 2019VehiclesNHTSA
Pierce 2004–2018 Electrical System recall
Hazard: If the aerial device moves in an unexpected direction, the ladder may contact an object, such as a building or an electrical wire, increasing the risk of injury.
October 26, 2018VehiclesNHTSA
Pierce 2017–2018 Exterior Lighting recall
Hazard: If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.
July 11, 2018VehiclesNHTSA
Pierce 2007–2017 Structure recall
Hazard: If the bracket falls, it could strike a person below.
January 11, 2018VehiclesNHTSA
Pierce 2015–2016 Equipment recall
Hazard: A reduction in water pressure may hinder fire fighting efforts, increasing the risk of injury.
September 14, 2017VehiclesNHTSA
Pierce 2015–2016 Steering recall
Hazard: If the tie rod loosens, it may disconnect from the steering knuckle, causing a complete loss of steering and increasing the risk of a crash.
July 18, 2017VehiclesNHTSA
Pierce 2016–2017 Equipment recall
Hazard: If the fire truck cannot pump water during a fire emergency, there would be an increased risk of injury.
May 31, 2017VehiclesNHTSA
Pierce 2012–2017 Suspension recall
Hazard: If the sway bar detaches, the vehicle may sway more during steering maneuvers, increasing the risk of a crash.
May 30, 2017VehiclesNHTSA
Pierce 1999–2013 Power Train recall
Hazard: Axle shafts that are not properly heat treated may break and potentially disable the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.