repaired · 2026 Q3
Electrical system: software
NewRisk. A false firm-on-ground indicator light may lead to using the aerial device when the vehicle may shift during aerial operation, increasing the risk of injury.
2016 Pierce ImpelProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 0 owner complaints about the 2016 Pierce Impel. It is covered by 9 safety recalls, and for recall 17V-570 the manufacturer reports only 25% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through April 6, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2016 Pierce Impel has problems
0 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
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Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
9 recalls
2016 Pierce Impel 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 · 2019 Q4
Steering
Risk. If the tie rod loosens, it may disconnect from the steering knuckle, causing a complete loss of steering and increasing the risk of a crash.
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repaired · 2018 Q4
Equipment
Risk. If the fire truck cannot pump water during a fire emergency, there would be an increased risk of injury.
repaired · 2017 Q3
Power train: manual transmission
Risk. If the power output cannot be changed, once the fire truck arrives at the scene, it may not be able to pump water to aid in extinguishing the fire, increasing…
repaired · 2016 Q4
Equipment
Risk. The inoperable aerial device can increase the risk of injury if the operator needs to move away from a hazardous situation or it may impede the safety mission.
repaired · 2016 Q4
Equipment
Risk. If the strainer and/or debris enters the pump, and the operator is forced to shut down the pump, reducing firefighting effectiveness, there could be an…
repaired · 2017 Q3
Driveline: driveshaft
Risk. If the cap was not properly tightened, the cap may detach from the vehicle and become a road hazard.
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
2016 vs. every other Impel 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 Impel median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
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