2001 Pierce Custom Contender problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Seat Belts:front (1)
Safety recalls (1)
Fuel System, Other 2011-07-26 · campaign 11V384000 · 6,803 vehicles
Defect: PIERCE HAS DECIDED THAT CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 1995-2008 ARROW XT, DASH, CUSTOM CONTENDER, LANCE, ENFORCER, PIERCE ARROW, QUANTUM, SABER AND COMMERCIAL FIRE TRUCKS MANUFACTURED FROM JANUARY 2, 1995, THROUGH JANUARY 21, 2008, CONTAIN A SAFETY DEFECT. THESE VEHICLES ARE EQUIPPED WITH FUEL TANK STRAPS THAT MAY CORRODE DUE TO WINTER ROAD SALT OR LIQUID DE-ICING CHEMICALS. IF THE FUEL TANK STRAPS CORRODE SUFFICIENTLY, THE FUEL TANK SUPPORTING STRAPS MAY FRACTURE AND THE FUEL TANK MAY FALL FROM THE VEH
Risk: THE VEHICLES MAY LOSE POWER AND STALL. IN ADDITION, THE FUEL TANK MAY RUPTURE AND SPILL DIESEL FUEL ON THE ROADWAY. EITHER OF THESE OUTCOMES MAY CAUSE A FIRE TRUCK OR SURROUNDING VEHICLES TO SLIP OR SLIDE ON THE ROADWAY SURFACE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Fix: FOR FIRE TRUCKS THAT ARE LESS THAN 10 YEARS OLD, DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FUEL TANK STRAPS AND REPLACE THEM IF NECESSARY WITH STAINLESS STEEL STRAPS FREE OF CHARGE. FOR VEHICLES THAT ARE OLDER THAN 10 YEARS, PIERCE IS NOT OFFERING A FREE REMEDY, BUT WILL OFFER FOR PURCHASE REPLACEMENT FUEL TANKS STRAPS AND PROVIDE INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 27, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PIERCE AT 1-920-832-3000.
Service bulletins (29)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Electrical System 2025-12-05 · SB_766 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this bulletin covers the proper start-up and shut-down procedures, using the battery and ignition switches. using an incorrect order of operations of the battery disconnect and ignition switches may cause unpredictable electrical system failures and may potentially void the warranty of the alternato
Unknown Or Other 2025-12-02 · PB_757 · Other
we are excited to share several updates to our husky 3 foam system. this has been a collaboration of your feedback to improve durability, manage parts obsolescence along with industry changes with foam application.
Exterior Lighting 2025-10-22 · PB_753 · Other
as a product improvement, whelen has updated the design of the pierce 600 marker/turn light, while providing the same form, fit, and function of the original.
Engine 2025-09-04 · PB_751 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
depending on custom chassis configuration, the oil check level plug and sight glass may prove difficult to view and access on certain vehicles. installing the 90-degree fitting and cap will allow easier access for checking fluid level while topping off the integrated pump transmission (ipt) with flu
Unknown Or Other 2025-08-05 · PB_750 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
to improve the fitment and operational reliability of manual window cranks by installing a fabricated collar over the regulator splines, eliminating looseness and reducing effort when raising or lowering the window.
Unknown Or Other 2025-06-18 · SB_747 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
immi, the creator and supplier for rolltek and other supplemental restraint system (srs) products, is implementing design changes due to obsolescence of select parts. most recently, the ab8 front impact protection (fip) sensors are no longer available and cannot be ordered. if you believe there is
Showing the 6 most recent of 29 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2004-11-12 · Seat Belts:front · 💥 crash“it was impossible to put the safety belt on while sitting in the face forward position. one had to turn all the way around to attach the safety belt. *ak…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.