The problem
These vehicles do not comply with the grade holding requirements of fmvss no. 121, "Air brake systems."
The risk
Consequence of non-compliance: these trucks may not hold on an uphill or downhill grade, resulting in unattended vehicle movement increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.
The fix
Dealers will install high output brake chambers on the all wheel steering axles.
Contacts
System: brakes; 121 brake system; parking valve, fmvss no. 121. Vehicle description: fire trucks equipped with "oshkosh" all wheel steer axles.: Owner notification: owner notification is expected to be completed by august 16, 1996. Note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy witin a reasonable time should contact pierce at 1-414-832-3000. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Pierce dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 96V144000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.