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…
2007 Pierce DashProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 1 owner complaint about the 2007 Pierce Dash, most often about the steering. It is covered by 13 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 2007 Pierce Dash has problems
1 complaint grouped by the system owners reported.
1Steering
1Suspension
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
13 recalls
2007 Pierce Dash 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 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 · 2017 Q3
Control arm: lower ball joint
Risk. The contamination may cause premature ball joint failure and the wheel to disengage from the control arm, increasing the risk of a vehicle 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.
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no report yet
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
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
Body: bumpers
Risk. IF THIS OCCURS THE FIRE HOSE MAY DROP TO THE ROADWAY WITHOUT WARNING.
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
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
Disc: caliper
Risk. IF THE ADJUSTER CAN NOT ROTATE, BRAKE PERFORMANCE MAY BE COMPROMISED AND A CRASH MAY OCCUR.
no report yet
Gear box: shaft pitman
Risk. THIS CONDITION HAS THE POTENTIAL TO CAUSE THE STEERING GEAR TO STALL AND RESTRICT THE STEERING TURNING ANGLE OF THE VEHICLE WHICH COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE…
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
2007 vs. every other Dash 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 Dash median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2007 Pierce Dash, and the recalls they led to.
- Williams Controls Accelerator PedalsNo recall
In owners' words
What Dash owners report
Recent steering complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
FIRE FIGHTERS COMPLAINT: STEERING WHEEL MUST BE TURNED ALMOST 360 DEGREE'S, BEFORE THE TRUCK WILL START TO TURN. EVT TECHNICIANS FOUND THE BOLTS ON BOTH GEAR BOXES BACKED OUT. TAK-4 IS ON HUNDREDS OF FIRE APPARATUS, AND THE PROBLEMS ARE NATION WIDE. PLEASE ADDRESS THE ISSUES, BEFORE A FATALITY! *TR
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