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Pierce Impel Recall 22V590: Steering Gear May Fracture, Causing Loss of Steering

NHTSA campaign 22V590, reported August 5, 2022, 514 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Steering gears on certain 2021-2022 vehicles may have been assembled incorrectly. Over time, the steering gear can fracture, which may lead to a loss of steering control and raise the risk of a crash.

If you own an affected vehicle, a dealer will inspect the steering gear and replace it if necessary. The inspection and any needed repair are free of charge at an authorized dealer. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 4, 2022. You can also contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723, and you should check your VIN for open recalls.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 22V590Pierce Manufacturing
Component
STEERING
Problem
Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Velocity, Impel, Enforcer, Arrow XT, Quantum, and Dash CF trucks. The steering gears may have been assembled incorrectly, which can cause the gears to fracture.
Risk
A fractured steering gear can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the steering gears, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 4, 2022. Owners may contact Pierce's customer service at 1-888-974-3723. Pierce's number for this recall is 74B321.
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 XT20212022
Pierce Dash CF20212022
Pierce Enforcer20212022
Pierce Impel20212022
Pierce Quantum20212022
Pierce Velocity20212022