NHTSA Recall 09V238000: Door (structure)
PIERCE MANUFACTURING reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 466 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Pierce 75' Aluminum Ladder.
| NHTSA campaign | 09V238000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 39-0139830 |
| Component | STRUCTURE › BODY › DOOR |
| Report received | June 25, 2009 |
| Owner notification | July 17, 2009 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Pierce is recalling 466 model year 2003 through 2009 fire apparatus bodies manufactured between december 10, 2003 and march 9, 2009, and may have been equipped with dual scba cylinder storage compartments. These compartments extend inboard horizontally from the side of the rear body. The scba compartment door latch may have been manufactured incorrectly, allowing the door to pop open without warning while the vehicle is in motion.
Safety risk
If the door opens, the scba cylinders may fall out of the compartment and onto the roadway, possibly becoming road hazard to other motorists which could result in a crash.
Remedy
Pierce will notify owners and will repair the vehicle free of charge. The safety recall began on july 17, 2009. Owners may contact pierce at 1-920-832-3000.
Notes
Owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 09V238000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Pierce 75' Aluminum Ladder | 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 |
| Pierce Puc Pumper | 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 |
| Pierce Rear Mount Pumper | 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 |
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.