2019 Frontline C-35x problems, complaints & recalls
Safety recalls (1)
Exterior Lighting:brake Lights 2019-04-09 · campaign 19V280000 · 4 vehicles
Defect: Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is 2018-2019 Frontline C-35X, C-25, C-45X-3 and Encore Rescue vehicles equipped with Whelen brake lights. Depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, these brake lights may illuminate when the brake pedal has not been pressed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Pierce has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and replace brake lights, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 23, 2019. Owners may contact Whelen customer service at 1-860-718-2331 or Pierce at 1-888-974-3723. Pierce's number for this recall is FLCWBL0419.
Service bulletins (16)
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.
Unknown Or Other 2026-08-18 · WB_706.1 · Warranty Program/Extension
all roto rays, division of eastern fire equipment services, are warranted to the purchaser for 3 years against defects in material or workmanship. during the warranty period products found to be defective will be repaired or replaced (at eastern fire equipment services option) without charge.
Unknown Or Other 2026-06-30 · SB_792 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
husky xp pressure transducer troubleshooting procedure for transducer-related performance concerns.
Unknown Or Other 2026-06-02 · SB_790 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
to notify dealers and customers that the engine oil specification listed on certain federal (fed) tags for units equipped with paccar mx-13 engines may be incorrect, and to ensure proper maintenance practices are followed.
Unknown Or Other 2026-05-19 · SB_787 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this bulletin provides dealer guidance for mcc filter assemblies when the moisture indicator sight glass appears to show a “wet” condition before installation, after installation, or on replacement filter assemblies.
Unknown Or Other 2026-05-12 · PB_752 · Other
pierce has created a new style bracket that is more tolerant of stress and vibrations created from driving. this new design will allow for a longer in-service life over the old and reduce maintenance of the condenser and condenser components.
Unknown Or Other 2026-05-05 · SB_768 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this bulletin covers the proper procedure for the replacement/installation of grip tape on hose bed grating.
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What owners report
No detailed complaint narratives on file.
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.