- 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.
Vehicle safety record
1999 Pierce Enforcer Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 1999 Pierce Enforcer have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 3 recalls, the latest in May 2017 for the axle shaft.
NHTSA data checked
AFar fewer problems than a typical Enforcer year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
1999 Pierce Enforcer recalls 3
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
- The problem
- Pierce is recalling certain model year 1998 through 2008 arrow xt, lance, velocity, enforcer, impel, and dash custom fire apparatus vehicles manufactured from may 30, 1998 through november 25, 2008. The steering gear bracket may fracture and break. If this occurs the steering gear may detach from the vehicle.
- The risk
- Detachment of the steering gear will result in a loss of steering control that could cause a crash.
- The fix
- Pierce will notify owners and dealers will install a new steering gear mounting bracket free of charge. The safety recall began on october 12, 2010. Owners are being instructed to inspect the steering gear bracket prior to each trip. The remedy to repair this defect is expected to begin no earlier the january 31, 2011. Owners may contact pierce at 1-888-974-3723.
- The problem
- Certain fire trucks with command cabs fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 207,"Seating systems." The rescue body offerings do not meet the pull test requirements. The pedestal seat was mounted by drilling and tapping the cab or body floor.
- The risk
- In the event of a crash, the pedestal seat fasteners could fail to restrain the seat, increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect the seat pedestals. If the seat was mounted with tapped fasteners, the fasteners will be removed and a hole will be drilled to replace the mounting fasteners with 7/16" bolts and nuts. The recall began on august 19, 2005. Owners may contact pierce at 920-832-3249.
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Pierce Enforcer: every year compared
All Enforcer years1999 Pierce Enforcer vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 Pierce Enforcer | 0 | 3 | A | |
| 1999 Pierce Dash | 1 | 6 | D | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 1999 Pierce Enforcer
Does the 1999 Pierce Enforcer have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 1999 Pierce Enforcer: axle shaft (May 2017); steering (September 2010); seats (August 2005). 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 1999 Pierce Enforcer had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 1999 Pierce Enforcer a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 85 out of 100 (grade A: far fewer problems than a typical Pierce Enforcer 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.
Which Pierce Enforcer years have the most complaints?
2006 (1), 2007 (1). See every Pierce Enforcer year compared.
What should I do if my 1999 Pierce Enforcer 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.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data