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2010 PIERCE VELOCITY Safety Overview

The 2010 PIERCE VELOCITY has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 17 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Equipment:mechanical
  • Electrical system:software
  • Structure

Severe Defect Warnings

Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as the left and/or right brackets can fail, allowing the stokes basket to fall and 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 VELOCITY owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.

Latest Vehicle Recalls

2010 PIERCE VELOCITY 22V809000

Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain 2010-2022 Pierce Velocity, Enforcer, Arrow XT,...

The left and/or right brackets can fail, allowing the stokes basket to fall and increasing the risk of injury.

NHTSA Recall 22V809000: The left and/or right brackets can fail, allowing the stokes basket to fall... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 10/27/2022
2010 PIERCE VELOCITY 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
2010 PIERCE VELOCITY 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
2010 PIERCE VELOCITY 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
2010 PIERCE VELOCITY 16V186000

Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain model year 2010-2016 Arrow-XT, Quantum, and Ve...

If the flashlight battery pack overheats, it can increase the risk of a fire.

NHTSA Recall 16V186000: If the flashlight battery pack overheats, it can increase the risk of a fire. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 4/1/2016
2010 PIERCE VELOCITY 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
2010 PIERCE VELOCITY 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
2010 PIERCE VELOCITY 13V214000

Pierce Manufacturing Inc.

In the event of a crash, the weak springs may allow the door to open and possibly fail to contain emergency personnel or equipment, increasing the risk of injury.

NHTSA Recall 13V214000: In the event of a crash, the weak springs may allow the door to open and... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 5/17/2013
2010 PIERCE VELOCITY 13V062000

Pierce is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 Velocity and Impel fire trucks manufactured from...

If the door inadvertently opens while the vehicle is in motion, the occupants may fall out and suffer personal injury.

NHTSA Recall 13V062000: If the door inadvertently opens while the vehicle is in motion, the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 2/25/2013
2010 PIERCE VELOCITY 12V311000

PIERCE IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010-2012 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM AUGUST 28, 2010, THRO...

A FUEL LEAK IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE MAY RESULT IN A FIRE.

NHTSA Recall 12V311000: A FUEL LEAK IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE MAY RESULT IN A FIRE. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 6/29/2012
2010 PIERCE VELOCITY 12V080000

PIERCE IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010-2012 ARROW XT, DASH CF, QUANTUM AND VELOCITY EMERCENC...

IF THE VEHICLE OPERATOR RECEIVES AND IGNORES MULTIPLE WARNINGS INDICATING THE NEED FOR OPERATOR INTERVENTION, THE ENGINE MAY SHUT DOWN UNEXPECTEDLY. UNEXPECTED EMERGENCY VEHICLE ENGINE SHUTDOWN UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS COULD HAMPER RESCUE OPERATIONS AND PLACE THE PUBLIC AT RISK.

NHTSA Recall 12V080000: IF THE VEHICLE OPERATOR RECEIVES AND IGNORES MULTIPLE WARNINGS INDICATING... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 2/28/2012
2010 PIERCE VELOCITY 11V551000

PIERCE MANUFACTURING (PIERCE) IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005, 2008-2011 ARROW XT, CUSTOM CO...

IF THE DOOR OPENS, THE SCBA CYLINDERS MAY FALL OUT OF THE COMPARTMENT AND ONTO THE ROADWAY, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH OR INJURY TO PEDESTRIANS.

NHTSA Recall 11V551000: IF THE DOOR OPENS, THE SCBA CYLINDERS MAY FALL OUT OF THE COMPARTMENT AND... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 11/10/2011
2010 PIERCE VELOCITY 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
2010 PIERCE VELOCITY 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
2010 PIERCE VELOCITY 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
2010 PIERCE VELOCITY 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
2010 PIERCE VELOCITY 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.