2017 Pierce Impel recalls (6)

Every 2017 Pierce Impel recall

Each campaign as NHTSA published it: what is wrong, what can happen, and the fix. Newest first.

• Equipment · NHTSA 26V217000

  Apr 6, 2026Equipment:Mechanical:Boom/Crane/Ladder

  Problem

  Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain 2015-2026 Arrow XT, Enforcer, Impel, and Velocity 107’ ladder and 110’ platform aerial firetrucks equipped with a single rear axle. The firm-on-ground system light may remain illuminated after the rear stabilizer loses contact with the ground.

  Risk

  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.

  Fix

  Pierce will provide instructions on how to update the vehicle software and perform an aerial device functional check, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 29, 2026. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723.

  Full recall details for 26V217000 →

• Fuel System, Diesel · NHTSA 21V394000

  May 26, 2021Fuel System, Diesel:Fuel Injection System:Fuel Rail

  Problem

  Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Arrow XT, Enforcer, Impel, Quantum, Saber, and Velocity vehicles. The sealing washer may not seat correctly in the pilot bore holes, allowing the high pressure fuel rail assembly to leak.

  Risk

  A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

  Fix

  Dealers will inspect the rail threads and fuel lines, and replace the rail as necessary, free of charge. Interim notification letters were mailed to owners on June 24, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed July 30, 2021. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723.

  Full recall details for 21V394000 →

• Electrical System · NHTSA 19V022000

  Feb 1, 2019Electrical System:Software

  Problem

  Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain 2004-2018 Arrow XT, Dash, Enforcer, Impel, Quantum and Velocity aerial vehicles. The aerial device may unexpectedly rotate to the right when the ladder is being extended.

  Risk

  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.

  Fix

  Pierce will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the aerial control module, free of charge. The recall began February 28, 2019. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723. Pierce's number for this recall is 74B295.

  Full recall details for 19V022000 →

• Structure · NHTSA 18V463000

  Nov 7, 2018Structure

  Problem

  Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain 2007-2017 Pierce Velocity, Impel, Arrow-XT, Quantum, and Enforcer emergency response vehicles equipped with 75ft aerial devices with a 21 inch or 28 inch limited retraction bracket. The bracket on the aerial device may detach from the aerial and fall to the ground.

  Risk

  If the bracket falls, it could strike a person below.

  Fix

  Pierce will notify owners, and dealers will install additional hardware to mount the limited retraction bracket, free of charge. The recall began on August 22, 2018. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723. Pierce's number for this recall is 74B290.

  Full recall details for 18V463000 →

• Exterior Lighting · NHTSA 18V756000

  Oct 26, 2018Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights

  Problem

  Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Pierce Arrow XT, Dash, Enforcer, Impel, Quantum, Saber, Velocity, and Commercial vehicles equipped with Whelen accessory brake lights. Depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, these brake lights may illuminate when the brake pedal has not been pressed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

  Risk

  If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix

  Pierce will notify owners, and Whelen will inspect the vehicles and replace the brake lights, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 4, 2019. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723.

  Full recall details for 18V756000 →

• Equipment · NHTSA 17V455000

  Jul 18, 2017Equipment

  Problem

  Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Arrow XT, Enforcer, Impel, Quantum, and Velocity fire trucks equipped with Hale Pump Interlock Module Kits. The Hale interlock pressure switch can fail after prolonged exposure to extreme cold temperatures, preventing the fire truck water pump from operating.

  Risk

  If the fire truck cannot pump water during a fire emergency, there would be an increased risk of injury.

  Fix

  Pierce will notify owners, and Hale Products dealers will replace the interlock modules, free of charge. The recall began on March 24, 2017. Owners may contact Hale customer service at 1-800-533-3569 or Pierce customer service at 1-414-832-3000. Pierce's number for this recall is 74B281.

  Full recall details for 17V455000 →

2017 Pierce Impel complaints and service bulletins

Pierce has issued at least 45 technical service bulletins (repair instructions to dealers) for this model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is the manufacturer’s admission of a safety defect.

Service bulletins by component

• Unknown Or Other (28)
• Electrical System (5)
• Structure (4)
• Exterior Lighting (3)
• Visibility (2)
• Air Bags (1)

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