NHTSA Recall 14V778000: Accelerator pedal (vehicle speed control)
Pierce Manufacturing reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 185 vehicles. It affects 2008–2011 Pierce Quantum.
| NHTSA campaign | 14V778000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 74B258 |
| Component | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL › ACCELERATOR PEDAL |
| Report received | December 8, 2014 |
| Owner notification | December 23, 2014 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 Quantum fire apparatus manufactured February 21, 2008, to April 25, 2011. The mechanical springs used to return the accelerator pedal to idle after the driver lifts their foot off the pedal may break.
Safety risk
If the springs break, the pedal may not return to idle once the driver lifts their foot off the pedal. This unintended acceleration increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Pierce will notify owners, and dealers will replace the throttle pedal assemblies, free of charge. The recall began on December 23, 2014. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723. Pierce's number for this recall is 74B258.
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 14V778000
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.