NHTSA Recall 10V302000: Lugs/nuts/bolts/studs (wheels)
PIERCE MANUFACTURING reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 273 vehicles. It affects 2009–2010 Pierce Pierce.
| NHTSA campaign | 10V302000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 39-0139830 |
| Component | WHEELS › LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS |
| Report received | June 28, 2010 |
| Owner notification | August 31, 2010 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Pierce is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 fire trucks manufactured from august 13, 2009 through june 30, 2010. These vehicles may have been manufactured with excessive paint on the steel wheel mounting surfaces. The excessive paint may cause the wheel lug nuts to lose clamp load, loosen and fall off.
Safety risk
Eventually the wheel(s) could separate from the vehicle and cause a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will check the wheel nut torque and tighten the lug nuts to the recommended torque as specified in the pierce custom chassis and maintenance manual. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during august 2010. Owners may contact pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723.
Notes
Pierce safety recall no.39-0139830.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 10V302000
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.