PIERCE 2020 PIERCE IMPEL Recall
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2020 PIERCE IMPEL
Brand
PIERCE
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2020
Pierce Manufacturing is recalling certain 2020 PIERCE IMPEL vehicles due to equipment issues. Inability to use the wireless remote controller may hinder the firefighting efforts, increasing the risk of injury..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling 2020 Arrow XT, Impel, and Enforcer vehicles equipped with battery-powered 3600 wireless remote controller units used to control the movement of electric firefighting monitors in firefighting vehicles. The monitor is used to direct the water stream and adjust the spray pattern. The wireless remote controller's sleep mode is disabled, and results in the batteries discharging faster than normal.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
Inability to use the wireless remote controller may hinder the firefighting efforts, increasing the risk of injury.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Pierce will notify owners, and dealers will return the affected controllers to Akron Brass for a software update, free of charge. The recall began on February 22, 2021. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026