Recall 01V-137: 1990–1996 Pierce Fire Truck
PIERCE MANUFACTURING,INC. recall for service brakes, air, reported to NHTSA on Apr 17, 2001, covering about 1,046 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: rear wheel drive fire trucks equipped with midland two-way check valves. These valves can deteriorate in high cycle use, and do not meet the SAE j1410 recommendations for pneumatic valves designed to operate in commercial air brake vehicles.
The risk
The loss of air can cause a loss of front brakes increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
The fix
Dealers will replace the double check valves on these vehicles. Owner notification began may 14, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact pierce at 1-888-974-3723.
Notes
Pierce recall number 74b18.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | PIERCE MANUFACTURING,INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Service Brakes, Air › Supply › Quick Release Valve |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 01V137000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Pierce Fire Truck | 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 01V-137?
Vehicle description: rear wheel drive fire trucks equipped with midland two-way check valves. These valves can deteriorate in high cycle use, and do not meet the SAE j1410 recommendations for pneumatic valves designed to operate in commercial air brake vehicles.
How is recall 01V-137 fixed?
Dealers will replace the double check valves on these vehicles. Owner notification began may 14, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact pierce at 1-888-974-3723.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.