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2010 Pierce Dash Problems, complaints & recalls

No owner complaints about the 2010 Pierce Dash have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 5 recalls, the latest in January 2019 for the software.

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DMore problems than a typical Dash year, for its age

Complaints
0
Recalls
5
Crashes
0
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Deaths
0

2010 Pierce Dash recalls 5

Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do

Electrical system: software

19V022000994 vehicles affected

The problem
Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain 2004-2018 Arrow XT, Dash, Enforcer, Impel, Quantum and Velocity aerial vehicles. The aerial device may unexpectedly rotate to the right when the ladder is being extended.
The risk
If the aerial device moves in an unexpected direction, the ladder may contact an object, such as a building or an electrical wire, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Pierce will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the aerial control module, free of charge. The recall began February 28, 2019. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723. Pierce's number for this recall is 74B295.

Power train: axle shaft

17V348000225 vehicles affected

The problem
Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain 1999-2013 Arrow XT, Dash, Enforcer, Quantum and Velocity fire trucks equipped with the electric All-steer rear steering option. The affected vehicles have rear steer axle shafts that were not properly heat treated.
The risk
Axle shafts that are not properly heat treated may break and potentially disable the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Pierce will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear steer axle shafts, free of charge. An interim notice was mailed on July 24, 2017. The recall began June 3, 2020. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723.

Equipment

13V5250003,115 vehicles affected

The problem
Pierce Manufacturing Inc. (Pierce) is recalling certain model year 2000-2009 Enforcer and model year 2000-2010 Dash, Lance, and Arrow XT vehicles. While raising or lowering the cab as part of vehicle maintenance, the mounts on which the cab tilt cylinders pivot may fatigue and fail allowing the cab to fall until the safety catch activates.
The risk
If a person is in the path of the moving cab when a mount fails, the person may be hit by the falling cab, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Pierce will notify owners, and dealers will affix new safety signs advising the operator to stay clear of the cab while it is being tilted, free of charge. The recall began on January 6, 2014. Owners may contact Pierce at 1-920-832-3000. Pierce's recall number is 74B240.

Service brakes: caliper

10V31700045 vehicles affected

The problem
Pierce is recalling certain model year 2006 through 2010 arrow xt, dash, enforcer, impel, quantum, and velocity fire trucks manufactured from october 11, 2006 through june 16, 2010 and equipped with meritor wabco ex225 rear disc brakes and onspot automatic tire chains. The meritor wabco ex225 rear disc brake caliper may interfere with the onspot automatic tire chain brackets. This interference may restrict the caliper from full movement.
The risk
If this interference occurs, braking performance may be reduced without warning and a crash may occur.
The fix
Dealers will install new automatic tire chain brackets. The new brackets provide additional clearance for the full actuation of the disc brake calipers. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began in july 2010. Owners may contact pierce at 1-920-832-3000.

Engine and engine cooling

10V195000827 vehicles affected

The problem
Pierce is recalling certain model year 2006 through 2010 arrow xt, dash, lance, quantum, and velocity emergency vehicles manufactured from december 20, 2006, through february 1, 2010, equipped with detroit diesel series 60 engines. The engine may shut down unexpectedly when a diesel particulate filter over temperature condition is detected.
The risk
Unexpected emergency vehicle engine shutdown under certain conditions could hamper rescue operations and place the public at risk.
The fix
Owners will be notified by detroit diesel and detroit diesel will repair the vehicles free of charge by reprogramming the engine control logic to illuminate a malfunction indicator light without requesting engine shutdown. Please see daimler trucks' defect report 10e-005. The safety recall began on may 28, 2010. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712 or pierce at 1-920-832-3000.

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Pierce Dash: every year compared

YearComplaintsRecallsCrashesFiresTop problemGrade
20140200-B
20130300-C
20120300-C
20110200-B
20100500-D
20090700-D
200801000-F
200711300SteeringF
200601000-F
All Dash years

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Questions about the 2010 Pierce Dash

Does the 2010 Pierce Dash have any recalls?

Yes - NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2010 Pierce Dash: software (January 2019); axle shaft (May 2017); equipment (October 2013); caliper (July 2010) and more. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.

How many complaints has the 2010 Pierce Dash had?

None have been filed with NHTSA so far.

Is the 2010 Pierce Dash a reliable vehicle?

Its Safety Index is 39 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than a typical Pierce Dash year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.

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What should I do if my 2010 Pierce Dash has a problem?

If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.

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