NHTSA Recall 21V222000: Tail lights (exterior lighting) and 3 other components
Pierce Manufacturing reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 4 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Pierce Enforcer.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V222000 |
|---|---|
| Components | EXTERIOR LIGHTING › TAIL LIGHTS; EXTERIOR LIGHTING › TURN SIGNAL; EXTERIOR LIGHTING › BRAKE LIGHTS; EXTERIOR LIGHTING › BACK UP LIGHTS |
| Report received | March 30, 2021 |
| Owner notification | May 5, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Enforcer, Freightliner and Saber vehicles equipped with ECCO Holdings Code 3 7x9 Stop-Tail-Turn Reverse All-in-One LED stop, tail, turn, and reverse lights. The rear LED lights may be too bright. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Safety risk
The excessive brightness may negatively affect the vision of other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Pierce will notify owners, and dealers will provide a filter kit to be installed in the rear lights, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 26, 2021. 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 21V222000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Pierce Enforcer | 2016, 2017, 2018 |
| Pierce Freightliner | 2016, 2017, 2018 |
| Pierce Saber | 2016, 2017, 2018 |
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.