NHTSA Recall 08V020000: Shaft pitman (steering)
PIERCE MANUFACTURING reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 22 vehicles. It affects 8 models including the Pierce Arrow XT.
| NHTSA campaign | 08V020000 |
|---|---|
| Component | STEERING › GEAR BOX › SHAFT PITMAN |
| Report received | January 15, 2008 |
| Owner notification | January 11, 2008 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
On certain fire trucks equipped with trw steering gears, models tas85 and rcs85, these steering gears contain potentially defective sector shafts with an incorrect gear tooth which may interfere with the rack-piston teeth, resulting in a stick or bind condition.
Safety risk
This condition has the potential to cause the steering gear to stall and restrict the steering turning angle of the vehicle which could result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Pierce is working with trw to replace the defective steering gear (please see 07e101). The recall began on january 11, 2008. Owners ontact trw at 765-429-1768 or pierce at 920-832-3249.
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 08V020000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Pierce Arrow XT | 2007 |
| Pierce Dash | 2007 |
| Pierce Enforcer | 2007 |
| Pierce Impel | 2007 |
| Pierce Lance | 2007 |
| Pierce Quantum | 2007 |
| Pierce Saber | 2007 |
| Pierce Velocity | 2007 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.