Recall
Pierce Impel — 14V660000
NHTSA ID
14V660000
Make
Pierce
Model
Impel
Years Affected
2011
Recall Date
2014-10-21
Component
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM
Units Affected
135
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
74B257
Summary
Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain model year 2009-2013 Pierce Enforcer, Impel, Quantum, Velocity, and Arrow XT emergency vehicles manufactured November 11, 2009, to April 23, 2013, and equipped with TAK-4 front independent suspensions. The affected vehicles have front lower control arms that may crack and fracture.
Consequence
If one of the lower control arm fractures, the attached wheel may separate, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Pierce will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the lower control arms, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on November 5, 2014. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723. Pierce's number for this recall is 74B257.