RECALLS — PIERCE CUSTOM CONTENDER
Pierce Custom Contender recalls
Pierce Custom Contender model years 2010–2011 covered by at least one recall campaign. Pick a year to see the Canadian and U.S. campaigns side by side.
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U.S. NHTSA campaigns are listed on each year page, where they are queried live by model year. The Canadian list below covers every year together.
Transport Canada recalls
03- Other#2011402
45 units affected
On certain fire trucks, specific operating conditions (such as tight, successive, highly banked curves in opposite directions), could trigger unintended Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system intervention. As a result, the ESC may unnecessarily apply one of the front brakes in order to correct the perceived oversteer condition. This may cause the vehicle to deviate from the intended path, thereby increasing the risk of a crash causing property damage and/or personal injury. Correction: Dealers will replace the ESC module.
- Other#2011401
6 units affected
On certain fire trucks, the self-contained breathing apparatus cylinder storage compartments may have been assembled with incorrectly manufactured door latches. Should a compartment door open while the vehicle is underway, stowed items could fall from the vehicle and strike another vehicle, a stationary object, or a bystander, causing property damage and/or personal injury. Correction Dealers will modify the door latching mechanisms.
- Electrical#2010318
3 units affected
On certain vehicles, the battery switch positive electrical post may come in contact with the driver seat base reinforcement. If this happens, a short circuit may start a fire without warning. Correction: The battery switch post will be inspected for contact with the driver seat base reinforcement. If contact is found, the electrical harnesses will be inspected for heat damage and will be replaced if needed. In addition the battery switch mounting plate will be replaced.
Canadian data updated August 24, 2026
Does this recall apply to my vehicle?
Matched by make, model, and model year. Many recalls affect only specific VIN ranges — confirm with your dealer using your full VIN.
What to do
Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer in both countries. To confirm a recall applies to your specific vehicle, contact your manufacturer or dealer with your full VIN, or use the official channel:
- NHTSA recall lookup (search by VIN) — U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
- Defects and recalls database — Transport Canada