NHTSA Recall 24V147000: Electrical system
Pierce Manufacturing reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 15 vehicles. It affects 2023–2024 Pierce Commercial.
| NHTSA campaign | 24V147000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 74B334 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Report received | February 26, 2024 |
| Owner notification | April 16, 2024 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Commercial Chassis equipped with Hercules HC 1.7 multiplex 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
Weldon will update the firmware, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a schedule for recall notification. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723. Pierce's number for this recall is 74B334.
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 24V147000
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.