NHTSA Recall 13V518000: Turn signal (exterior lighting) and electrical system
Pierce Manufacturing reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 349 vehicles. It affects 7 models including the Pierce Arrow XT.
| NHTSA campaign | 13V518000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 74B244 |
| Components | EXTERIOR LIGHTING › TURN SIGNAL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Report received | October 22, 2013 |
| Owner notification | December 30, 2013 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Pierce Manufacturing Inc. (Pierce) is recalling one model year 2009 Enforcer emergency vehicle and certain model year 2009-2013 Arrow XT, Saber, Velocity, Impel, Quantum, and Commercial vehicles. The trailer connector circuit was wired such that the stop signal overrides the turn signal and the trailer lights do not indicate a turn when brakes are applied.
Safety risk
The absence of trailer turn signals may confuse other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Pierce will notify owners, and dealers will install a new electrical harness, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact Pierce at 1-920-832-3000. Pierce's recall number is 74B244.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 13V518000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Pierce Arrow XT | 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |
| Pierce Commercial | 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |
| Pierce Enforcer | 2009 |
| Pierce Impel | 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |
| Pierce Quantum | 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |
| Pierce Saber | 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |
| Pierce Velocity | 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |
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.