NHTSA Recall 24V012000: Electrical system: wiring
Pierce Manufacturing reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 248 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Pierce Freightliner.
| NHTSA campaign | 24V012000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 74B332 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING |
| Report received | January 10, 2024 |
| Owner notification | February 26, 2024 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Freightliner and International Chassis vehicles equipped with Weldon 8X16 Input-Output nodes. In the event of a short circuit or wiring failure, the firmware in the node may fail to shut off the output pin, resulting in overloaded electrical circuits.
Safety risk
Overloaded electrical circuits can overheat, increasing the risk of fire.
Remedy
Pierce will work with the equipment manufacturer Weldon to update the firmware, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 26, 2024. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723. Pierce's number for this recall is Pierce 74B332.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 24V012000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Pierce Freightliner | 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 |
| Pierce International | 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 |
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.