repaired · 2022 Q3
Electrical system: software
Risk. 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…
2008 Pierce Arrow XTProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 1 owner complaint about the 2008 Pierce Arrow XT, most often about the engine and engine cooling. It is covered by 16 safety recalls, and for recall 13V-525 the manufacturer reports only 49% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through January 2, 2019. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2008 Pierce Arrow XT has problems
1 complaint grouped by the system owners reported.
1Engine and engine cooling1 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and engine cooling | 1 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
16 recalls
2008 Pierce Arrow XT recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2020 Q3
Structure
Risk. If the bracket falls, it could strike a person below.
repaired · 2022 Q1
Axle assembly: axle shaft
Risk. Axle shafts that are not properly heat treated may break and potentially disable the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2015 Q4
Equipment
Risk. 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.
Show 12 more recalls
no report yet
Body: door
Risk. 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.
no report yet
Electronic stability control (ESC)
Risk. 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.
no report yet
Vehicle speed control: accelerator pedal
Risk. IF THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL BECOMES STUCK, THE OPERATOR MAY LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
no report yet
Engine and engine cooling
Risk. IF AN UNDER CAB FIRE OCCURS, THE ENGINE OPERATION COULD BE AFFECTED AND A CRASH MAY OCCUR.
no report yet
Steering
Risk. DETACHMENT OF THE STEERING GEAR WILL RESULT IN A LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL THAT COULD CAUSE A CRASH.
no report yet
Disc: caliper
Risk. IF THIS INTERFERENCE OCCURS, BRAKING PERFORMANCE MAY BE REDUCED WITHOUT WARNING AND A CRASH MAY OCCUR.
no report yet
Engine and engine cooling
Risk. UNEXPECTED EMERGENCY VEHICLE ENGINE SHUTDOWN UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS COULD HAMPER RESCUE OPERATIONS AND PLACE THE PUBLIC AT RISK.
no report yet
Engine and engine cooling
Risk. THIS CONDITION WILL PERMIT HOT EXHAUST GASES TO EXIT THE VEHICLE TAILPIPE, INCREASING THE RISK OF MELTING OR BURNING OF NEARBY SURFACES, OR A FIRE.
no report yet
Side/window: curtain
Risk. INADVERTENT DEPLOYMENT OF THE SIDE-ROLL PROTECTION SYSTEM COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH OR INJURY TO AN OUT OF POSITION OCCUPANT.
no report yet
Steering
Risk. WITH A BROKEN SAS DRIVING TAB, THE ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) WILL NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY, WHICH COULD POSSIBLY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
no report yet
Doors: latch
Risk. IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, THE DOOR WOULD NOT HAVE PRIMARY CLOSING SECURITY WHICH COULD POSSIBLY LEAD TO INJURY OF THE VEHICLE OCCUPANT.
no report yet
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Pierce.
Best & worst years
2008 vs. every other Arrow XT year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Arrow XT median. How we score
'98'99'00'01'02'03'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
3 investigations
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2008 Pierce Arrow XT, and the recalls they led to.
- Williams Controls Accelerator PedalsNo recall
- Front suspension ball joint failureLed to recall 15V-615
- Unintended aerial platform movementLed to recall 19V-022
In owners' words
What Arrow XT owners report
Recent engine and engine cooling complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
OUR 2008 PIERCE FIRE TANKER/PUMPER TRUCK WAS RESPONDING TO A BLAZE OUTSIDE OF COROLLA IN THE OUTER BANKS. ACCORDING TO THE DRIVER, WHEN HE CAME TO WHERE TO THE TRUCK WAS NEEDED TO ASSIST THE OTHER TRUCKS CONTROLLING THE FIRE, HE SAW A RED LIGHT ILLUMINATE ON THE DASH AND IMMEDIATELY A BALL OF…
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