2015-2026 Pierce Arrow XT, 2015-2026 Pierce Enforcer, 2015-2026 Pierce Impel and 1 more model recall: Outrigger May Lose Contact and Fail to Deactivate Firm-On-Ground Light
Report received by NHTSA: April 6, 2026.
Built by the Tribune's code from NHTSA's official records. No AI wrote this page. Updated Nov. 4, 2026.
- What's recalled
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.
- The risk
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.
- Who's affected
674 vehicles potentially affected, according to NHTSA. Models: 2015-2026 Pierce Arrow XT, 2015-2026 Pierce Enforcer, 2015-2026 Pierce Impel, 2015-2026 Pierce Velocity.
- Compared with
Pierce Manufacturing has 2 NHTSA recalls in 2026 so far, compared with 0 in all of 2025.
Counted by the Tribune from NHTSA's records since Nov. 1, 2016.
- Before this
31 earlier NHTSA recalls by Pierce Manufacturing since Nov. 1, 2016; the 5 most recent:
- Feb. 2, 2026 2025 Pierce Arrow XT, 2025 Pierce Enforcer, 2025 Pierce Impel and 2 more models recall: Steering Linkage Arm May Detach
- Dec. 2, 2024 Pierce Manufacturing recall: Incompatible Tires and Wheels/FMVSS 120 (agency record)
- Feb. 26, 2024 Pierce Manufacturing recall: Overloaded Electrical System May Cause Fire (agency record)
- Feb. 21, 2024 Pierce Manufacturing recall: Bumper May Partially Obstruct Rear Lights/FMVSS108 (agency record)
- Jan. 10, 2024 Pierce Manufacturing recall: Overloaded Electrical System May Cause Fire (agency record)
Counted by the Tribune from NHTSA's records since Nov. 1, 2016.
- What to do and when
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.
NHTSA's record, word for word
- Check it yourself
NHTSA's VIN lookup shows whether a specific vehicle has an open recall.
Models in this recall
- Pierce Arrow XT 2015-2026
- Pierce Enforcer 2015-2026
- Pierce Impel 2015-2026
- Pierce Velocity 2015-2026
The record as NHTSA published it
| NHTSA recall number | 26V217000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Pierce Manufacturing |
| Recall type | Vehicle |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Report received by NHTSA | April 6, 2026 |
| Potentially affected | 674 vehicles |
| Manufacturer's recall number | 74B344 |
| “Do not drive” warning | No |
| Fire risk when parked (“park outside”) | No |
Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recall records (public domain). NHTSA's record