CarRecallWatch- Component
- STRUCTURE
- Problem
- Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Ascendant 107' Aerials and 110' Platforms mounted on single rear axle Enforcer chassis. The galvanized stabilizer beams may develop cracks.
- Risk
- Cracks can cause instability when an aerial ladder or platform is elevated, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the galvanized stabilizer beams as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 14, 2023. Owners may contact Pierce 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.
What this recall means for you
Certain aerial ladder and platform fire trucks built between 2016 and 2022 may have galvanized stabilizer beams that can develop cracks. The problem affects Ascendant 107-foot aerials and 110-foot platforms mounted on single rear axle Enforcer chassis.
Cracks in the stabilizer beams can make the vehicle unstable when the aerial ladder or platform is extended. This instability raises the risk of injury to the operators and others working on or near the apparatus.
Owners should contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723 and check their vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls. Authorized dealers will inspect the galvanized stabilizer beams and replace them as necessary, free of charge.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
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