NHTSA Recall 08V555000: Diesel (engine and engine cooling)
PIERCE MANUFACTURING reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2 vehicles. It affects 2008 Pierce Impel.
| NHTSA campaign | 08V555000 |
|---|---|
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › ENGINE › DIESEL |
| Report received | October 20, 2008 |
| Owner notification | October 16, 2008 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Pierce recalled 2 my 2008 impel fire trucks equipped with c7 or c9 caterpillar diesel engines. The fuel pump outlet check plug may be cracked which could cause fuel to spray and leak.
Safety risk
The fuel pump plug may crack causing fuel to leak. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Remedy
These vehicles have been repaired. No further action is necessary on this recall.
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 08V555000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Pierce Impel | 2008 |
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.