Steering gear mounting bracket
Defect Summary
Pierce is recalling certain model year 1998 through 2008 arrow xt, lance, velocity, enforcer, impel, and dash custom fire apparatus vehicles manufactured from may 30, 1998 through november 25, 2008. the steering gear bracket may fracture and break. if this occurs the steering gear may detach from the vehicle.
Safety Consequence
Detachment of the steering gear will result in a loss of steering control that could cause a crash.
Corrective Action
Pierce will notify owners and dealers will install a new steering gear mounting bracket free of charge. the safety recall began on october 12, 2010. owners are being instructed to inspect the steering gear bracket prior to each trip. the remedy to repair this defect is expected to begin no earlier the january 31, 2011. owners may contact pierce at 1-888-974-3723.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Pierce Manufacturing or involving N/A.
FAQ: Recall 10V423000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 10V423000?
NHTSA recall 10V423000 was issued by Pierce Manufacturing on September 21, 2010. It addresses: Steering gear mounting bracket. The recall affects approximately 2,652 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Pierce Manufacturing dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 10V423000 or the manufacturer campaign number 74B207. 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.