NHTSA Recall 16V123000: Driveshaft (power train)
Pierce Manufacturing reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 239 vehicles. It affects 7 models including the Pierce Arrow XT.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V123000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 74B270 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › DRIVELINE › DRIVESHAFT |
| Report received | March 2, 2016 |
| Owner notification | March 25, 2016 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain model year 2016 Arrow-XT, Dash, Enforcer, Impel, Quantum, Saber, and Velocity fire and emergency vehicles manufactured October 13, 2015, to February 9, 2016. The fastener cap over the bearing on the universal joint of the drive shaft may have been improperly tightened.
Safety risk
If the cap was not properly tightened, the cap may detach from the vehicle and become a road hazard. Additionally, the universal joint may separate and the vehicle may not be able to be driven, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Pierce will notify owners, and dealers will check and correct the tightness of all bolts for the universal joint caps, as needed, free of charge. The recall began on March 25, 2016. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723. Pierce's number for this recall is 74B270.
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 16V123000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Pierce Arrow XT | 2016 |
| Pierce Dash CF | 2016 |
| Pierce Enforcer | 2016 |
| Pierce Impel | 2016 |
| Pierce Quantum | 2016 |
| Pierce Saber | 2016 |
| Pierce Velocity | 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.