NHTSA Recall 15V706000: Axle assembly (power train)
Pierce Manufacturing reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 5 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Pierce Arrow XT.
| NHTSA campaign | 15V706000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 74B266 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › AXLE ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | October 26, 2015 |
| Owner notification | November 12, 2015 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Arrow XT, Velocity, Enforcer, and Saber vehicles manufactured November 20, 2014, to September 29, 2015. The affected vehicles are equipped with front drive axles whose hex nuts on the flange yoke may not have been properly tightened.
Safety risk
If the hex nuts are not tightened to specification, the driveshaft may disconnect from the drive axle, resulting in a loss of propulsion and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Pierce will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the hex nuts, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on November 12, 2015. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723. Pierce's number for this recall is 74B266.
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 15V706000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Pierce Arrow XT | 2015, 2016 |
| Pierce Enforcer | 2015, 2016 |
| Pierce Saber | 2015, 2016 |
| Pierce Velocity | 2015, 2016 |
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.