Home / Latest recalls / 22V116

Pierce Arrow XT Recall 22V116: Lifting cable may slip, risking generator drop and injury

NHTSA campaign 22V116, reported March 1, 2022, 1 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

The lifting cables on a Cummins generator set installed in this firetruck may have been improperly crimped. During a lifting operation, a poorly crimped cable can come out of place, which could cause the generator set to fall and increases the risk of injury.

Cummins will inspect the lifting cable and either replace it or install a warning label, at no cost to the owner. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 8, 2021. If you have questions, you can contact Pierce's customer service at 1-888-974-3723.

If you own this vehicle, avoid lifting the generator set until the recall work is done. You can also check your VIN for any open recalls.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 22V116Pierce Manufacturing
Component
EQUIPMENT
Problem
Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling one 2021 Arrow XT firetruck equipped with a Cummins generator set. The lifting cables may be improperly crimped.
Risk
An improperly crimped cable may come out of place during a lifting operation, possibly causing the generator set to fall, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Cummins will inspect the lifting cable, and either replace the cable or install a warning label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 8, 2021. Owners may contact Pierce's 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.nhtsa.gov.

Affected vehicles

Pierce Arrow XT2021