Recall 97V-010: 1996 Pierce Fire Truck

PIERCE MANUFACTURING,INC. recall for vehicle speed control, reported to NHTSA on Jan 31, 1997, covering about 16 vehicles.

NHTSA number
97V-010
Report date
Jan 31, 1997
Vehicles affected
16
Owners notified
Apr 1, 1997

The problem

These fire trucks do not at least two sources of return energy as required by federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 124, "accelerator control systems."

The risk

A throttle return problem can develop due to the throttle only having one return source increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

The fix

Dealers will retrofit the throttle assemby with a newly designed throttle assembly.

Notes

Owner notification:owner notification is expected to be completed by april 1, 1997. Note:owners who do not receive the free installation instructions and retrofit parts within a reasonable time should contact pierce at 1-888-974-3723.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

Recall details

ManufacturerPIERCE MANUFACTURING,INC.
ComponentVehicle Speed Control
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number97V010000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Pierce Fire Truck1996All 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 97V-010?

These fire trucks do not at least two sources of return energy as required by federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 124, "accelerator control systems."

How is recall 97V-010 fixed?

Dealers will retrofit the throttle assemby with a newly designed throttle assembly.

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.