CarRecallWatchThe 2017 Pierce Saber has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (2 reports).
2017 Pierce Saber recalls
Fuel leak can cause fire in diesel fuel rail
Certain 2017-2021 Pierce Arrow XT, Enforcer, Impel, Quantum, Saber, and Velocity vehicles may have a sealing washer that does not seat correctly in the pilot bore holes of the high pressure fuel rail assembly.
Rear lights too bright, may impair other drivers' vision
Certain 2016-2018 Pierce Enforcer, Freightliner and Saber vehicles have rear LED stop, tail, turn, and reverse lights that may be too bright.
Brake lights may light without the pedal pressed, confusing drivers
Certain accessory brake lights installed on these vehicles may illuminate even when the brake pedal has not been pressed.
Most common 2017 Pierce Saber problems
Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 2 |
What owners report
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 PIERCE FIRE TRUCK. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE PRODUCED POOR DEF FAULT CODES IN THE DEF FLUID SENSOR, WHICH CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO DECELERATE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND SENT NEW DEF TANK HEADERS THAT WERE INSTALLED AT THE FIRE STATION. THE DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 29,549. *BF *TR
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 (NA) PIERCE SABER 2017 FIRE TRUCK. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE PRODUCED POOR DEF FLUID QUALITY IN THE DEF FLUID SENSOR, WHICH CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO DERATE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND SENT NEW DEF TANK HEADERS THAT WERE INSTALLED AT THE FIRE STATION EXPERIENCING MULTIPLE REPEAT FAILURES IN 6 TRUCKS ALL 2017 MODELS. THE DEF TANK IS BUILT FOR PIERCE BY AN OUTSIDE VENDOR. PIERCE HAS NOT SOLVED THE PROBLEM. ALL 6 TRUCKS EXPERIENCING MULTIPLE DEF HEADER DEF QUALITY FAULTS. THE DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 29,549. *BF*JB
2017 Pierce Saber questions
Does the 2017 Pierce Saber have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2017 Pierce Saber: Fuel leak can cause fire in diesel fuel rail; Rear lights too bright, may impair other drivers' vision; Brake lights may light without the pedal pressed, confusing drivers. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Pierce Saber?
Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 2017 Pierce Saber has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.