Overloaded Electrical System May Cause Fire
Recall Information
| Manufacturer | Pierce Manufacturing |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 24V012000 |
| Report Received Date | 1/10/2024 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Vehicles Affected | 248 |
| Completion Rate | 0% |
| Recall Category | Vehicle |
| Software Recall | Yes |
| OTA Update | No |
Description
Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Freightliner and International Chassis vehicles equipped with Weldon 8X16 Input-Output nodes. In the event of a short circuit or wiring failure, the firmware in the node may fail to shut off the output pin, resulting in overloaded electrical circuits.
Issue
Overloaded electrical circuits can overheat, increasing the risk of fire.
Consequence Summary
Overloaded electrical circuits can overheat, increasing the risk of fire.
Corrective Action
Pierce will work with the equipment manufacturer Weldon to update the firmware, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 26, 2024. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723. Pierce's number for this recall is Pierce 74B332.
