There have been 29 safety recalls for the Pierce Impel. The most recent recalls are shown below. Table 1 and Table 2 show the historical recalls and the recall statistics by the model year of the Pierce Impel.
a fractured steering gear can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2021 Pierce Arrow Xt, 2022 Pierce Arrow Xt, 2021 Pierce Dash Cf, 2022 Pierce Dash Cf, 2021 Pierce Enforcer, 2022 Pierce Enforcer, 2021 Pierce Impel, 2022 Pierce Impel, 2021 Pierce Quantum, 2022 Pierce Quantum, 2021 Pierce Velocity, 2022 Pierce Velocity |
| Component: STEERING |
| Recall Summary: pierce manufacturing (pierce) is recalling certain 2021-2022 velocity, impel, enforcer, arrow xt, quantum, and dash cf trucks. the steering gears may have been assembled incorrectly, which can cause the gears to fracture.... Details of this recall 🔎 |
If the tie rod loosens, it may disconnect from the steering knuckle, causing a complete loss of steering and increasing the risk of a crash.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2015 Pierce Arrow Xt, 2016 Pierce Arrow Xt, 2015 Pierce Enforcer, 2016 Pierce Enforcer, 2015 Pierce Impel, 2016 Pierce Impel, 2015 Pierce Quantum, 2016 Pierce Quantum, 2015 Pierce Saber, 2016 Pierce Saber, 2015 Pierce Velocity, 2016 Pierce Velocity |
| Component: STEERING |
| Recall Summary: Pierce manufacturing (pierce) is recalling certain 2015-2016 arrow xt, enforcer, impel, quantum, saber, and velocity vehicles, equipped with certain spicer d-series and e-series steer axles. The castellated nut on the steer axles may not be properly torqued, allowing the tie rod to loosen. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
If the fire truck cannot pump water during a fire emergency, there would be an increased risk of injury.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2016 Pierce Arrow Xt, 2017 Pierce Arrow Xt, 2016 Pierce Enforcer, 2017 Pierce Enforcer, 2016 Pierce Impel, 2017 Pierce Impel, 2016 Pierce Quantum, 2017 Pierce Quantum, 2016 Pierce Velocity, 2017 Pierce Velocity |
| Component: EQUIPMENT |
| Recall Summary: 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 ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
If the power output cannot be changed, once the fire truck arrives at the scene, it may not be able to pump water to aid in extinguishing the fire, increasing the risk of injury.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2015 Pierce Arrow Xt, 2016 Pierce Arrow Xt, 2015 Pierce Dash Cf, 2016 Pierce Dash Cf, 2015 Pierce Enforcer, 2016 Pierce Enforcer, 2015 Pierce Impel, 2016 Pierce Impel, 2015 Pierce Quantum, 2016 Pierce Quantum, 2015 Pierce Saber, 2016 Pierce Saber, 2015 Pierce Velocity, 2016 Pierce Velocity |
| Component: POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION |
| Recall Summary: Pierce manufacturing (pierce) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 arrow, dash, enforcer, impel, quantum, saber, and velocity fire trucks manufactured June 29, 2015, to June 30, 2016. The affected vehicles may be equipped with certain c20 and c21 split-shaft transmissions from waterous.... Details of this recall 🔎 |
The inoperable aerial device can increase the risk of injury if the operator needs to move away from a hazardous situation or it may impede the safety mission.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2015 Pierce Enforcer, 2016 Pierce Enforcer, 2015 Pierce Impel, 2016 Pierce Impel, 2015 Pierce Velocity, 2016 Pierce Velocity |
| Component: EQUIPMENT |
| Recall Summary: Pierce manufacturing (pierce) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 enforcer, impel, and velocity vehicles manufactured April 12, 2016, to may 31, 2016, equipped with aerial devices. The affected vehicles may have a plastic plug installed in an unused port in the hydraulic pump for the aerial ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
If the strainer and/or debris enters the pump, and the operator is forced to shut down the pump, reducing firefighting effectiveness, there could be an increased risk of injury.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2015 Pierce Arrow Xt, 2016 Pierce Arrow Xt, 2015 Pierce Enforcer, 2016 Pierce Enforcer, 2015 Pierce Impel, 2016 Pierce Impel, 2015 Pierce Quantum, 2016 Pierce Quantum, 2015 Pierce Saber, 2016 Pierce Saber, 2015 Pierce Velocity, 2016 Pierce Velocity |
| Component: EQUIPMENT |
| Recall Summary: Pierce manufacturing (pierce) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 arrow xt, enforcer, impel, quantum, saber, and velocity emergency vehicles manufactured August 4, 2015, to August 24, 2016, equipped with pumps to provide pressurized water to aid in fighting fires.... Details of this recall 🔎 |
If the cap was not properly tightened, the cap may detach from the vehicle and become a road hazard. Additionally, the universal joint may separate and the vehicle may not be able to be driven, increasing the risk of a crash.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2016 Pierce Arrow Xt, 2016 Pierce Dash Cf, 2016 Pierce Enforcer, 2016 Pierce Impel, 2016 Pierce Quantum, 2016 Pierce Saber, 2016 Pierce Velocity |
| Component: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT |
| Recall Summary: Pierce manufacturing (pierce) is recalling certain model year 2016 arrow-xt, dash, enforcer, impel, quantum, saber, and velocity fire and emergency vehicles manufactured October 13, 2015, to February 9, 2016.... Details of this recall 🔎 |
An unexpected surge in water pressure to the fire hose can increase the risk of injury to the hose operator or those nearby.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2013 Pierce Arrow Xt, 2014 Pierce Arrow Xt, 2015 Pierce Arrow Xt, 2013 Pierce Impel, 2014 Pierce Impel, 2015 Pierce Impel, 2013 Pierce Quantum, 2014 Pierce Quantum, 2015 Pierce Quantum, 2013 Pierce Saber, 2014 Pierce Saber, 2015 Pierce Saber, 2013 Pierce Velocity, 2014 Pierce Velocity, 2015 Pierce Velocity |
| Component: EQUIPMENT |
| Recall Summary: Pierce manufacturing (pierce) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 arrow xt, quantum, velocity, impel, and saber fire-fighting vehicles manufactured June 19, 2013, to July 31, 2014. The affected vehicles have fire hose water pressure regulators that may not respond consistently to operator ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
The contamination may cause premature ball joint failure and the wheel to disengage from the control arm, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2006 Pierce Arrow Xt, 2007 Pierce Arrow Xt, 2006 Pierce Dash, 2007 Pierce Dash, 2006 Pierce Enforcer, 2007 Pierce Enforcer, 2006 Pierce Impel, 2007 Pierce Impel, 2006 Pierce Lance, 2007 Pierce Lance, 2006 Pierce Quantum, 2007 Pierce Quantum |
| Component: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:UPPER BALL JOINT |
| Recall Summary: Pierce manufacturing (pierce) is recalling certain model year 2006-2007 arrow xt, dash, enforcer, lance, impel, and quantum vehicles manufactured January 1, 2006, to March 31, 2007. In the affected vehicles, tears in the ball joint protective boots may result in contamination of the ball joints. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
If the leaf spring spacer block fractures, the pieces may become a road hazard. If the entire spacer block separates from the vehicle, the alignment of the rear axle may suddenly shift. Either condition could increase the risk of a crash.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2015 Pierce Enforcer, 2015 Pierce Impel, 2015 Pierce Saber, 2015 Pierce Velocity |
| Component: SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY |
| Recall Summary: Pierce manufacturing (pierce) is recalling certain model year 2015 saber, enforcer, impel, and velocity vehicles manufactured December 4, 2014, to March 23, 2015. The rear axle cast iron leaf spring spacer block may crack and fracture. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
| Date | Component | Vehicle Affected |
|---|---|---|
| Aug. 5, 2022 | Steering | 529 |
| Sep. 14, 2017 | Steering | 56 |
| Jul. 18, 2017 | Equipment | 65 |
| Aug. 5, 2016 | Power Train:manual Transmission | 470 |
| Jul. 22, 2016 | Equipment | 8 |
| Jun. 1, 2016 | Equipment | 114 |
| Mar. 2, 2016 | Power Train:driveline:driveshaft | 239 |
| Nov. 16, 2015 | Equipment | 186 |
| Oct. 1, 2015 | Suspension:front:control Arm:upper Ball Joint | 910 |
| Mar. 25, 2015 | Suspension:rear:springs:leaf Spring Assembly | 8 |
| Oct. 21, 2014 | Suspension:front:control Arm:lower Arm | 135 |
| May. 13, 2014 | Seat Belt | 150 |
| Oct. 22, 2013 | Electrical System | 349 |
| May. 17, 2013 | Structure:body:door | 2,006 |
| Feb. 25, 2013 | Latches/locks/linkage | 1,275 |
| Nov. 10, 2011 | Structure:body:door | 59 |
| Nov. 1, 2011 | Electronic Stability Control | 724 |
| Aug. 17, 2011 | Engine And Engine Cooling | 18 |
| Sep. 21, 2010 | Steering | 2,652 |
| Jul. 8, 2010 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:disc:caliper | 45 |
| Jun. 28, 2010 | Structure:body:bumpers | 25 |
| Oct. 6, 2009 | Engine And Engine Cooling | 131 |
| Aug. 31, 2009 | Air Bags: Roll Protection | 28 |
| Jun. 8, 2009 | Steering | 185 |
| Apr. 28, 2009 | Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch | 257 |
| Apr. 1, 2009 | Electrical System:battery | 167 |
| Nov. 18, 2008 | Service Brakes, Air:disc:caliper | 15 |
| Oct. 20, 2008 | Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:diesel | 2 |
| Jan. 15, 2008 | Steering:gear Box:shaft Pitman | 22 |
| Model | # Recalls |
|---|---|
| 2022 Pierce Impel | 1 |
| 2021 Pierce Impel | 1 |
| 2017 Pierce Impel | 1 |
| 2016 Pierce Impel | 6 |
| 2015 Pierce Impel | 6 |
| 2014 Pierce Impel | 1 |
| 2013 Pierce Impel | 5 |
| 2012 Pierce Impel | 3 |
| 2011 Pierce Impel | 6 |
| 2010 Pierce Impel | 7 |
| 2009 Pierce Impel | 11 |
| 2008 Pierce Impel | 13 |
| 2007 Pierce Impel | 10 |
| 2006 Pierce Impel | 4 |
| 2005 Pierce Impel | 3 |
| 2004 Pierce Impel | 2 |
| 2003 Pierce Impel | 2 |
| 2002 Pierce Impel | 1 |
| 2001 Pierce Impel | 1 |
| 2000 Pierce Impel | 1 |
| 1999 Pierce Impel | 1 |
| 1998 Pierce Impel | 1 |