Recall 08V-274: 1982–1991 Pierce Arrow, 1983–1989 Pierce Dash and 1 more
PIERCE MANUFACTURING recall for steering, reported to NHTSA on Jun 20, 2008, covering about 2,372 vehicles.
The problem
Pierce is recalling 2,372 my 1982-1991 arrow, my 1983-1989 dash, and my 1987-1989 dash d8000 emergency vehicles equipped with trw steering columns. The lower end of the trw steering column is attached to a 90 degree gear box as it passes through the floor of the cab. If the shaft is not well aligned with the gear box input, a side load is induced in the lower shaft bearing. This side load can cause bearing failure. If the lower steering column bearing fails, the bearing race or compression spring cuts into the hollow steering shaft tube.
The risk
This failure most likely will occur on high mileage vehicles during low speed, high steering effort events, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the original trw steering column with a new trw steering column retrofit kit. The safety recall began on october 15, 2008. Owners may contact pierce at 1-920-832-3000.
Notes
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | PIERCE MANUFACTURING |
|---|---|
| Component | Steering › Column |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 08V274000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Pierce Arrow | 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991 | All years |
| Pierce Dash | 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989 | All years |
| Pierce Dash D8000 | 1987, 1988, 1989 | 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 08V-274?
Pierce is recalling 2,372 my 1982-1991 arrow, my 1983-1989 dash, and my 1987-1989 dash d8000 emergency vehicles equipped with trw steering columns. The lower end of the trw steering column is attached to a 90 degree gear box as it passes through the floor of the cab. If the shaft is not well aligned with the gear box input, a side load is induced in the lower shaft bearing. This side load can cause bearing failure. If the lower steering column bearing fails, the bearing race or compression spring cuts into the hollow steering shaft tube.
How is recall 08V-274 fixed?
Dealers will replace the original trw steering column with a new trw steering column retrofit kit. The safety recall began on october 15, 2008. Owners may contact pierce at 1-920-832-3000.
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.