Vehicle Make / Model: PIERCE / CUSTOM CONTENDER |
Model Year(s): 2006-2008 |
Manufacturer: PIERCE MANUFACTURING
Report Receipt Date: OCT 31, 2012
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 12V523000
NHTSA Action Number: PE11001
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: SOFTWARE
Potential Number of Units Affected: 9
Summary:
Pierce is recalling certain model year 2006-2008 Contender fire trucks manufactured from December 26, 2006, through March 28, 2008, equipped with a Caterpillar C9 engine due to an engine software problem which can cause the engine’s RPM’s to surge while in pump mode.
Consequence:
The surge can cause a fluctuation in water pressure from the fire hose and could result in personal injury.
Remedy:
Pierce has already remedied all of the affected vehicles by updating the engine software, therefore, owner notifications will not be sent. Owners may contact Pierce at 1-920-832-3000.
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