Safety Recall NHTSA · 01V151000 Reported May 9, 2001

Pierce/fuel tank step covers

Q: What is recall 01V151000?

NHTSA recall 01V151000 was issued by Pierce Manufacturing on May 9, 2001. It addresses: Pierce/fuel tank step covers. The recall affects approximately 800 vehicles , with the defect involving the Fuel System, Gasoline component.

Q: Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls . NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

Q: How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Pierce Manufacturing · Fuel System, Gasoline · 800 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

01V151000

Manufacturer Campaign

74B23

Manufacturer

Pierce Manufacturing

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline

Vehicles Affected

800

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

May 9, 2001

Defect Summary

Vehicle description: fire apparatus on certain commercial chassis with options for fuel tank step covers. certain vehicles were built without drain holes in the aluminum step located below the fuel fill opening.

Safety Consequence

Spilled fuel on the fuel tank steps can create a slip hazard.

Corrective Action

Dealers will drill holes in the step. the holes will help drain any fuel that is accidentally spilled on the step. owner notification began may 31, 2001. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact pierce at 1-888-974-3723.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Pierce Manufacturing dealer and reference recall ID 01V151000 or campaign 74B23.
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 01V151000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 01V151000?

NHTSA recall 01V151000 was issued by Pierce Manufacturing on May 9, 2001. It addresses: Pierce/fuel tank step covers. The recall affects approximately 800 vehicles, with the defect involving the Fuel System, Gasoline component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Pierce Manufacturing dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 01V151000 or the manufacturer campaign number 74B23. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.