Engine software may cause water pressure surge
Defect Summary
Pierce is recalling certain model year 2006-2008 contender fire trucks manufactured from december 26, 2006, through march 28, 2008, equipped with a caterpillar c9 engine due to an engine software problem which can cause the engine's rpm's to surge while in pump mode.
Safety Consequence
The surge can cause a fluctuation in water pressure from the fire hose and could result in personal injury.
Corrective Action
Pierce has already remedied all of the affected vehicles by updating the engine software, therefore, owner notifications will not be sent. owners may contact pierce at 1-920-832-3000.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Pierce Manufacturing or involving Electrical System.
FAQ: Recall 12V523000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 12V523000?
NHTSA recall 12V523000 was issued by Pierce Manufacturing on October 31, 2012. It addresses: Engine software may cause water pressure surge. The recall affects approximately 9 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 12V523000 or the manufacturer campaign number 74B235. 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.