Pierce recalls 2015–2026 Arrow XT, Enforcer, Impel and Velocity aerial firetrucks over false ground-contact light
On certain 107’ ladder and 110’ platform aerial firetrucks with a single rear axle, the firm-on-ground light may stay on after the rear stabilizer loses contact with the ground, risking injury if the vehicle shifts.
What to do
Pierce will give owners instructions, free of charge, to update the vehicle software and perform an aerial device functional check. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723.
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Recall details
- Product
- Pierce Impel, Velocity, Enforcer and 1 more 2015–2026
- Company
- Pierce Manufacturing
- Hazard
- A false firm-on-ground indicator light may lead to using the aerial device when the vehicle may shift during aerial operation, increasing the risk of injury.
- Units
- 674 vehicles
- Owner notification
- April 28, 2026
- Reported to NHTSA
- April 6, 2026
- Identifiers
- NHTSA campaign number: 26V217000
- Manufacturer campaign number: 74B344
- Model years: 2015–2026
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Official notice
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- Component
- EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:BOOM/CRANE/LADDER
- Defect
- Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain 2015-2026 Arrow XT, Enforcer, Impel, and Velocity 107’ ladder and 110’ platform aerial firetrucks equipped with a single rear axle. The firm-on-ground system light may remain illuminated after the rear stabilizer loses contact with the ground.
- Consequence
- A false firm-on-ground indicator light may lead to using the aerial device when the vehicle may shift during aerial operation, increasing the risk of injury.
- Corrective action
- Pierce will provide instructions on how to update the vehicle software and perform an aerial device functional check, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 29, 2026. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723.
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