NHTSA Recall 20V120000: Equipment
Pierce Manufacturing reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 63 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Pierce Arrow XT.
| NHTSA campaign | 20V120000 |
|---|---|
| Component | EQUIPMENT |
| Report received | February 28, 2020 |
| Owner notification | March 25, 2020 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Arrow XT, Enforcer, Impel, and Velocity Emergency fire emergency vehicles built with a 107 foot or 110 foot aerial device. A rectangular tube in the upper mid-section of the aerial device may develop cracks and corrosion, possibly causing one of the tube walls to fail and the aerial device to become unsteady.
Safety risk
The failed tube may cause the aerial device to fall, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Pierce will notify owners, and dealers will inspect for the presence of cracks and/or evidence of corrosion. If no cracks or corrosion is found, the tube will receive a treatment to prevent rust corrosion. If cracks or corrosion is present, the upper mid section of the device will be replaced. All services will be performed free of charge. The recall began March 25, 2020. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723.
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 20V120000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Pierce Arrow XT | 2019, 2020 |
| Pierce Enforcer | 2019, 2020 |
| Pierce Impel | 2019, 2020 |
| Pierce Velocity | 2019, 2020 |
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.