CarRecallWatchThe 2015 Pierce Impel has 9 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
2015 Pierce Impel recalls
Firetruck Ladder Light May Falsely Show Ground Contact
Certain Pierce aerial firetrucks from 2015 and 2016 (Arrow XT, Enforcer, Impel, and Velocity models with 107-foot ladder or 110-foot platform and a single rear axle) may keep the firm-on-ground indicator light lit after the rear stabilizer has lost contact with the ground.
Ladder May Rotate Unexpectedly, Risking Contact With Wires or Buildings
On certain aerial fire trucks and utility vehicles, the aerial ladder device may unexpectedly rotate to the right while it is being extended.
Aerial Bracket Can Detach and Fall on People Below
Certain emergency response vehicles with 75-foot aerial devices fitted with a 21-inch or 28-inch limited retraction bracket may have a bracket that detaches from the aerial and falls to the ground.
Loose Steering Tie Rod Can Cause Loss of Steering
A castellated nut on the steer axle of certain 2015-2016 Pierce vehicles may not be properly torqued, allowing the steering tie rod to loosen.
Fire Truck Pump May Not Engage, Delaying Water at Fires
Certain fire trucks may have a Waterous split-shaft transmission with a shift unit component that can be damaged.
Plastic Hydraulic Plug Can Leak and Disable Aerial Device
A plastic plug installed in an unused port of the hydraulic pump for the aerial device can separate from the pump.
Fire Pump Intake Strainer May Come Apart, Reducing Firefighting Capability
Certain emergency fire vehicles built between August 2015 and August 2016 have 6-inch pump intake strainers that may not have been soldered properly at the joints during production.
Fire Hose Pressure May Surge Unexpectedly, Risking Injury
Certain fire-fighting vehicles built between June 2013 and July 2014 have fire hose water pressure regulators that may not respond consistently to operator input.
Rear Spring Block May Crack, Risking Crash
Certain 2015 Pierce Enforcer, Impel, Saber, and Velocity vehicles built between December 4, 2014 and March 23, 2015 have a rear axle cast iron leaf spring spacer block that may crack and fracture.
2015 Pierce Impel questions
Does the 2015 Pierce Impel have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 9 safety recalls for the 2015 Pierce Impel: Firetruck Ladder Light May Falsely Show Ground Contact; Ladder May Rotate Unexpectedly, Risking Contact With Wires or Buildings; Aerial Bracket Can Detach and Fall on People Below; Loose Steering Tie Rod Can Cause Loss of Steering; Fire Truck Pump May Not Engage, Delaying Water at Fires. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
How do I check if a recall on my 2015 Pierce Impel has been fixed?
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