repaired · 2024 Q2
Equipment: mechanical
Risk. The left and/or right brackets can fail, allowing the stokes basket to fall and increasing the risk of injury.
2011 Pierce Arrow XTProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 0 owner complaints about the 2011 Pierce Arrow XT. It is covered by 12 safety recalls, and for recall 16V-186 the manufacturer reports only 3% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 27, 2022. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2011 Pierce Arrow XT has problems
0 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
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Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
12 recalls
2011 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 · 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…
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.
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repaired · 2017 Q3
Equipment
Risk. If the flashlight battery pack overheats, it can increase the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2015 Q3
Control arm: lower arm
Risk. If one of the lower control arm fractures, the attached wheel may separate, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2015 Q3
Electrical system
Risk. The absence of trailer turn signals may confuse other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
no report yet
Engine: diesel
Risk. A FUEL LEAK IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE MAY RESULT IN A FIRE.
no report yet
Engine: diesel
Risk. IF THE VEHICLE OPERATOR RECEIVES AND IGNORES MULTIPLE WARNINGS INDICATING THE NEED FOR OPERATOR INTERVENTION, THE ENGINE MAY SHUT DOWN UNEXPECTEDLY.
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
Engine and engine cooling
Risk. IF THE INLET OR OUTLET SECTIONS DISCONNECT, HOT EXHAUST GASES CAN VENT PRIOR TO EXITING THE TAILPIPE, CREATING THE RISK OF COMBUSTION AND A FIRE.
no report yet
Wheels
Risk. THE WIDER 12.25 INCH WHEEL MAY CAUSE THE TIRE BEAD TO SEPARATE FROM THE RIM.
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
2011 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 2011 Pierce Arrow XT, and the recalls they led to.
- Front Lower Control Arm FailingLed to recall 14V-660
- Front suspension ball joint failureLed to recall 15V-615
- Unintended aerial platform movementLed to recall 19V-022
Own a 2011 Arrow XT?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.