NHTSA Recall 14V660000: Suspension: lower arm
Pierce Manufacturing reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 135 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Pierce Arrow XT.
| NHTSA campaign | 14V660000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 74B257 |
| Component | SUSPENSION › FRONT › CONTROL ARM › LOWER ARM |
| Report received | October 21, 2014 |
| Owner notification | November 5, 2014 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain model year 2009-2013 Pierce Enforcer, Impel, Quantum, Velocity, and Arrow XT emergency vehicles manufactured November 11, 2009, to April 23, 2013, and equipped with TAK-4 front independent suspensions. The affected vehicles have front lower control arms that may crack and fracture.
Safety risk
If one of the lower control arm fractures, the attached wheel may separate, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Pierce will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the lower control arms, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on November 5, 2014. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723. Pierce's number for this recall is 74B257.
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 14V660000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Pierce Arrow XT | 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |
| Pierce Enforcer | 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |
| Pierce Impel | 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |
| Pierce Quantum | 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.