Pierce Manufacturing – Doors may open Unexpectedly

Pierce is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 Velocity and Impel fire trucks manufactured from June 6, 2007, through October 30, 2010. The springs inside the inner door handles may allow the door to open inadvertently.


Report Received Date 02/25/2013
NHTSA ID 13V062000
Consequence Summary If the door inadvertently opens while the vehicle is in motion, the occupants may fall out and suffer personal injury.
Corrective Action Pierce will notify owners, and dealers will replace the inner door handles, free of charge. The recall began during May 2013. Owners may contact Pierce at 1-920-832-3000.
Recall Code 74B237
Potentially Affected 1275
Fire Risk When Parked No
Do Not Drive No
Recall Link Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=13V062000)

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