Battery box
Defect Summary
Pierce is recalling 167 my 2007-2008 velocity and impel fire trucks. a battery box is positioned on both sides of the chassis frame directly under the cab. cab interference may occur with the positive battery post and the aluminum cab floor substructure.
Safety Consequence
If metal-to-metal contact were to happen, an electrical arcing between the cab and battery could occur increasing the risk of electrical short circuit and a fire.
Corrective Action
Owners will receive a remedy kit along with instructions and should inspect the positive battery posts to make sure the protective caps have not worn away, if contact with the cab has occurred, replace the battery post protective caps. this remedy will be free of charge. the recall began on april 6, 2009. owners may contact pierce at 1-888-974-3723.
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FAQ: Recall 09V105000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 09V105000?
NHTSA recall 09V105000 was issued by Pierce Manufacturing on April 1, 2009. It addresses: Battery box. The recall affects approximately 167 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Pierce Manufacturing dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 09V105000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). 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.