- The problem
- Pierce has decided that certain model year 1995-2008 arrow xt, dash, custom contender, lance, enforcer, pierce arrow, quantum, saber and commercial fire trucks manufactured from january 2, 1995, through january 21, 2008, contain a safety defect. These vehicles are equipped with fuel tank straps that may corrode due to winter road salt or liquid de-icing chemicals. If the fuel tank straps corrode sufficiently, the fuel tank supporting straps may fracture and the fuel tank may fall from the vehicle.
- The risk
- The vehicles may lose power and stall. In addition, the fuel tank may rupture and spill diesel fuel on the roadway. Either of these outcomes may cause a fire truck or surrounding vehicles to slip or slide on the roadway surface, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- For fire trucks that are less than 10 years old, dealers will inspect the fuel tank straps and replace them if necessary with stainless steel straps free of charge. For vehicles that are older than 10 years, pierce is not offering a free remedy, but will offer for purchase replacement fuel tanks straps and provide instructions for installation. The safety recall began on august 27, 2011. Owners may contact pierce at 1-920-832-3000.
Vehicle safety record
2001 Pierce Saber Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2001 Pierce Saber have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 4 recalls, the latest in July 2011 for the fuel system, other.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical Saber year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 4
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2001 Pierce Saber recalls 4
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
- 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.
- The problem
- Vehicle description: fire truck chassis with caterpillar 3126 engines. The alternator cable was routed over the top of the alternator, and in some cases, allowed the cable to make contact with and wear on structural members of the engine enclosure.
- The risk
- This could wear a hole through the insulation causing a short circuit and possibly an engine fire.
- The fix
- Dealers will re-route the alternator cable routing. Owner notification began december 17, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact pierce at 1-888-974-3723.
- The problem
- Vehicle description: fire trucks equipped with electronic throttle control/accelerator pedals supplied by williams controls industries. The weld attaching the clevis to the plate has insufficient penetration and could allow the clevis to separate from the plate.
- The risk
- If the clevis separated from the plate while the vehicle was in use, the vehicle would return to idle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace these pedals. Owner notification began december 10, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact pierce at 1-888-974-3723.
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Pierce Saber: every year compared
All Saber years2001 Pierce Saber vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 Pierce Saber | 0 | 4 | D | |
| 2001 Pierce Fire Truck | 1 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 2001 Pierce Custom Contender | 1 | 2 | F | Compare |
| 2001 Pierce Quantum | 1 | 4 | C | Compare |
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Questions about the 2001 Pierce Saber
Does the 2001 Pierce Saber have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2001 Pierce Saber: fuel system, other (July 2011); seats (August 2005); alternator / generator / regulator (December 2001); accelerator pedal (December 2001). 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 2001 Pierce Saber had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2001 Pierce Saber a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 39 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than a typical Pierce Saber 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 Saber years have the most complaints?
2017 (2), 2016 (1). See every Pierce Saber year compared.
What should I do if my 2001 Pierce Saber 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