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2009 PIERCE ARROW XT Safety Overview

The 2009 PIERCE ARROW XT has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 12 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Electrical system:software
  • Structure
  • Power train:axle assembly:axle shaft

Severe Defect Warnings

Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as if the aerial device moves in an unexpected direction, the ladder may contact an object, such as a building or an electrical wire, increasing the risk of injury.

Consumer Complaints

To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.

Why It Matters

Staying informed about these safety records is critical for PIERCE ARROW XT owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.

Latest Vehicle Recalls

2009 PIERCE ARROW XT 19V022000

Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain 2004-2018 Arrow XT, Dash, Enforcer, Impel, Qua...

If the aerial device moves in an unexpected direction, the ladder may contact an object, such as a building or an electrical wire, increasing the risk of injury.

NHTSA Recall 19V022000: If the aerial device moves in an unexpected direction, the ladder may... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 1/2/2019
2009 PIERCE ARROW XT 18V463000

Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain 2007-2017 Pierce Velocity, Impel, Arrow-XT, Qu...

If the bracket falls, it could strike a person below.

NHTSA Recall 18V463000: If the bracket falls, it could strike a person below. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 7/11/2018
2009 PIERCE ARROW XT 17V348000

Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain 1999-2013 Arrow XT, Dash, Enforcer, Quantum an...

Axle shafts that are not properly heat treated may break and potentially disable the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 17V348000: Axle shafts that are not properly heat treated may break and potentially... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 5/30/2017
2009 PIERCE ARROW XT 14V660000

Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain model year 2009-2013 Pierce Enforcer, Impel, Q...

If one of the lower control arm fractures, the attached wheel may separate, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 14V660000: If one of the lower control arm fractures, the attached wheel may separate... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 10/21/2014
2009 PIERCE ARROW XT 13V518000

Pierce Manufacturing Inc.

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

NHTSA Recall 13V518000: The absence of trailer turn signals may confuse other drivers, increasing... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 10/22/2013
2009 PIERCE ARROW XT 13V525000

Pierce Manufacturing Inc.

If a person is in the path of the moving cab when a mount fails, the person may be hit by the falling cab, increasing the risk of injury.

NHTSA Recall 13V525000: If a person is in the path of the moving cab when a mount fails, the person... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 10/22/2013
2009 PIERCE ARROW XT 11V527000

PIERCE MANUFACTURING (PIERCE) IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2007-2011 ARROW XTAND VELOCITY, MOD...

IF THE DRIVER IS SLOW TO REACT DURING THIS ESC INTERVENTION, THE VEHICLE MAY DEVIATE FROM THE INTENDED LINE OF TRAVEL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

NHTSA Recall 11V527000: IF THE DRIVER IS SLOW TO REACT DURING THIS ESC INTERVENTION, THE VEHICLE... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 11/1/2011
2009 PIERCE ARROW XT 11V230000

PIERCE IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009-2011 ARROW XT AND VELOCITY FIRE APPARATUS MANUFACTURE...

THE WIDER 12.25 INCH WHEEL MAY CAUSE THE TIRE BEAD TO SEPARATE FROM THE RIM. THIS TIRE BEAD SEPARATION CAN CAUSE A TIRE FAILURE THAT MAY CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO CRASH WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.

NHTSA Recall 11V230000: THE WIDER 12.25 INCH WHEEL MAY CAUSE THE TIRE BEAD TO SEPARATE FROM THE RIM. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 4/5/2011
2009 PIERCE ARROW XT 11V097000

PIERCE IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008-2009 ARROW XT VEHICLES BUILT WITH CATERPILLAR C13 200...

IF AN UNDER CAB FIRE OCCURS, THE ENGINE OPERATION COULD BE AFFECTED AND A CRASH MAY OCCUR.

NHTSA Recall 11V097000: IF AN UNDER CAB FIRE OCCURS, THE ENGINE OPERATION COULD BE AFFECTED AND A... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 2/14/2011
2009 PIERCE ARROW XT 10V317000

PIERCE IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006 THROUGH 2010 ARROW XT, DASH, ENFORCER, IMPEL, QUANTUM...

IF THIS INTERFERENCE OCCURS, BRAKING PERFORMANCE MAY BE REDUCED WITHOUT WARNING AND A CRASH MAY OCCUR.

NHTSA Recall 10V317000: IF THIS INTERFERENCE OCCURS, BRAKING PERFORMANCE MAY BE REDUCED WITHOUT... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 7/8/2010
2009 PIERCE ARROW XT 10V269000

PIERCE IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009 THROUGH 2010 ARROW XT, QUANTUM, AND VELOCITY EMERGENC...

IF THIS INTERFERENCE OCCURS, THE BRAKE CAPABILITY MAY BE COMPROMISED AND A CRASH MAY OCCUR WITHOUT WARNING.

NHTSA Recall 10V269000: IF THIS INTERFERENCE OCCURS, THE BRAKE CAPABILITY MAY BE COMPROMISED AND A... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 6/16/2010
2009 PIERCE ARROW XT 10V195000

PIERCE IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006 THROUGH 2010 ARROW XT, DASH, LANCE, QUANTUM, AND VELO...

UNEXPECTED EMERGENCY VEHICLE ENGINE SHUTDOWN UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS COULD HAMPER RESCUE OPERATIONS AND PLACE THE PUBLIC AT RISK.

NHTSA Recall 10V195000: UNEXPECTED EMERGENCY VEHICLE ENGINE SHUTDOWN UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS COULD... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 5/7/2010

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.