Safety Recall NHTSA · 13V518000 Reported October 22, 2013

Trailer turn signals may not function

Pierce Manufacturing · N/A · 349 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
13V518000
Manufacturer Campaign
74B244
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
349
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
October 22, 2013
Completion Rate
45.86

Defect Summary

Pierce manufacturing inc. (pierce) is recalling one model year 2009 enforcer emergency vehicle and certain model year 2009-2013 arrow xt, saber, velocity, impel, quantum, and commercial vehicles. the trailer connector circuit was wired such that the stop signal overrides the turn signal and the trailer lights do not indicate a turn when brakes are applied.

Safety Consequence

The absence of trailer turn signals may confuse other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Pierce will notify owners, and dealers will install a new electrical harness, free of charge. the manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. owners may contact pierce at 1-920-832-3000. pierce's recall number is 74b244.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Pierce Manufacturing dealer and reference recall ID 13V518000 or campaign 74B244.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 13V518000

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

What is recall 13V518000?

NHTSA recall 13V518000 was issued by Pierce Manufacturing on October 22, 2013. It addresses: Trailer turn signals may not function. The recall affects approximately 349 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 13V518000 or the manufacturer campaign number 74B244. 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.